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Balchem Real Science Exchange isn’t just any old boring podcast. You’ll get to know top researchers like you’ve never known them before. Go behind the scenes and hear the conversations that take place over a few drinks with friends. Join us as we discuss the hot topics in animal science and share a range of new ideas.

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#229
Today · 1 hr 4 min
Will AI Replace the Dairy Nutritionist?
Recorded live at the American Dairy Science Association (ADSA) 2026 Annual Meeting, as part of the Real Science Exchange podcast, this episode asks whether artificial intelligence will replace the dairy nutritionist and explores how AI could support ration formulation, data interpretation, troubleshooting, and decision-making while maintaining reliable data, mechanistic knowledge, and human oversight.
#228
Thursday · 11 min
Bonus Episode: Prepartum Calcium Strategy, Calcidiol, and Cow Performance
This bonus episode of the Real Science Exchange Podcast was recorded live at the American Dairy Science Association (ADSA) 2026 Annual Meeting. It covers nutritional strategies that support calcium regulation and mineral metabolism as dairy cows move into early lactation. Host Scott Sorrell, Director of Global Marketing at Balchem, talks with Dr. Tom Overton of Cornell University and Dr. Francisco Somare of Progressive Dairy Solutions.
#227
November 3 · 57 min
Uncontrolled Inflammation: How Nutritional Management Can Help
Uncontrolled inflammation in dairy cows can undermine transition health, production and vaccine response. In this episode of Balchem's Real Science Exchange podcast, recorded live at the Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference, a panel of researchers and veterinarians explores how nutritional management may help cows mount an effective immune response. Along the way, they discuss what this means for vaccination timing, on-farm management and new nutritional strategies. Host Scott Sorrell, Director
#226
October 27 · 1 hr 11 min
From Data to the Barn: The Application of Nutritional Models
How do nutritionists turn model outputs into better rations on the farm? Recorded live at the American Dairy Science Association (ADSA) 2026 Annual Meeting, this episode explores how nutritional models for dairy cattle are developed, applied and refined to support dairy ration formulation. Researchers and consulting nutritionists cover the history of the Cornell Net Carbohydrate and Protein System (CNCPS). They also compare mechanistic and empirical models and explain how to pair model outputs
#225
October 22 · 15 min
Student Showcase: Prenatal Choline Effects on Offspring Mammary Development
Recorded live at the American Dairy Science Association (ADSA) 2026 Annual Meeting as part of the Real Science Exchange podcast, this Student Showcase episode explores how feeding rumen-protected choline during the prepartum period may influence dam feeding behavior and offspring mammary development. The discussion focuses on early findings that could help researchers and dairy producers better understand how prenatal nutrition may affect calf development and future performance.
#224
October 20 · 25 min
Nutrient Variation in Feed Delivery and the Impacts on Lactating Cows
Recorded live at the 2026 Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference as part of the Real Science Exchange podcast, this episode explores nutrient variation in dairy feed delivery and its impact on lactating dairy cows. Dr. Addison Carroll and Dr. Kelly Mitchell discuss where nutrient variation originates, how inconsistencies in ration formulation and feed delivery can affect dry matter intake, milk production, and reproduction, and practical ways dairy producers and nutritionists can better measure an
#223
October 13 · 50 min
Concepts and Strategies to Improve Physiological Resilience to Heat Stress in Dairy Cows
Recorded live at the American Dairy Science Association (ADSA) 2026 Annual Meeting as part of the Real Science Exchange podcast, this episode explores how the dairy industry can move beyond simply coping with heat stress toward building more resilient cows and systems, from individual cow resilience and immune function to strategies for cows and calves.
#222
October 8 · 16 min
Student Showcase Genetic influence on Colostrum Yield & Composition
Recorded live at the American Dairy Science Association (ADSA) 2026 Meeting, this episode features Giovanna Evangelista, master's student at the University of Florida, and her advisor, Dr. José Santos, Professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at the University of Florida. They discuss Giovanna's poster, "Phenotypic and Genetic Associations with Colostrum Yield and Composition in Dairy Cows." The conversation covers which cow- and calf-level factors, nutrient intake and genetics influence c
#221
October 6 · 49 min
Impact of Diet and Management on Gastrointestinal Barrier Integrity
Recorded live at the Florida Ruminant Nutrition Symposium, this episode of the Real Science Exchange podcast features Dr. Lance Baumgard (Iowa State University) discussing how stress, gastrointestinal barrier integrity, inflammation, and management practices influence dairy cow health, resilience, and productivity.
#220
September 29 · 51 min
Vitamin D Nutrition & Phosphorus in Calcium Homeostasis in Ruminants
Recorded live at the Florida Ruminant Nutrition Symposium, this episode of the Real Science Exchange podcast brings together a distinguished panel of dairy nutrition and physiology experts to explore the evolving science of vitamin D metabolism, phosphorus regulation, calcium homeostasis, and hypocalcemia prevention in dairy cows. Host Scott Sorrell is joined by Dr. Mirja Wilkens (University of Leipzig), Dr. Bill Weiss (The Ohio State University, Emeritus), Dr. Daniel Jean-Baptiste (Trouw Nutrit
#219
September 22 · 1 hr 11 min
Responses to Amino Acid and Energy Supply in Fresh and High-Producing Cows
Recorded live at the Florida Ruminant Nutrition Conference, this episode of the Real Science Exchange podcast features an expert panel discussion with Dr. Jonas de Souza (Perdue Animal Nutrition), Steve Martin (DNMC), and Dr. Ben Wenner (Feed Works). Together, they explore fresh cow management, amino acid balancing, energy supply, and the practical challenges of applying dairy nutrition research in commercial operations.
#218
September 15 · 34 min
Feeding for Success: Aligning Dairy Nutrition with Genetic Potential for Milk Fat
Host Scott Sorrell welcomes Dr. Adam Lock of Michigan State University, Dr. Alycia Bales, and Nate Elzinga of Caledonia Farmers Elevator for an in-depth discussion on the presentation Feeding for Success: Aligning Dairy Nutrition with Genetic Potential for Milk Fat. Together, they examine the nutrition and management strategies required to support growing levels of milk fat production while maintaining cow health, performance, and profitability.
#217
September 8 · 33 min
Replacing Soy Protein with DDGS in Dairy Diets
Recorded live at the Florida Ruminant Nutrition Conference, this episode of the Real Science Exchange podcast explores emerging research evaluating the use of distillers dried grains with solubles (DDGS) as a replacement for soybean-based protein sources in dairy cow diets. The discussion highlights the potential impacts of Replacing Soy Protein with DDGS in Dairy Diets on milk production, methane emissions, nutrient utilization, feed efficiency, and sustainability, offering valuable insights fo
#216
September 1 · 54 min
Precision Dairy: Translating Monitor Outputs into Actionable Decision-Making Tools
Precision livestock technology continues to reshape the dairy industry, giving producers unprecedented insights into animal health, welfare, reproduction, and management. In this episode of the Real Science Exchange, recorded live at ADSA, a panel of researchers and industry experts explores how artificial intelligence, computer vision, precision monitoring systems, and emerging technologies are helping dairy producers make more informed decisions across the farm.
#215
August 25 · 46 min
Journal Club - Integrating Our Understanding of Stress Physiology
Recorded live at Florida Ruminant Nutrition Symposium as part of the Real Science Exchange Journal Club Series, this episode features Dr. Lance Baumgard, Distinguished Professor at Iowa State University, discussing the science behind stress physiology in livestock production systems. Hosted by Dr. Bill Weiss and joined by Dr. Marcos Zenobi, the discussion explores how diverse stressors impact gut health, immune function, nutrient utilization, and ultimately animal productivity.
#214
August 18 · 49 min
ReaShure: Effects on Production, Health and Reproduction in Dairy Cows
What happens when a commercial dairy field study helps reshape an entire area of dairy nutrition? In this episode of the Real Science Exchange, Dr. Fábio Lima and Dr. José Santos revisit one of the foundational studies evaluating rumen-protected choline supplementation in transition dairy cows. Their conversation explores the origins of the research, the challenges of conducting large-scale commercial dairy trials, and the findings that helped establish the critical link between liver health, me
#213
August 11 · 42 min
Trace Mineral Levels in Feedstuffs and Changes Over Time
Recorded live at the Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference, this episode of the Real Science Exchange brings together a distinguished panel of dairy nutrition experts including Ralph Ward, Dr. Jesse Goff, Dr. Bill Weiss, and Dr. Maria Spindola. Their conversation explores some of the most pressing challenges in dairy nutrition today, from trace mineral variability and TMR analysis to forage contamination, sulfur antagonisms, and the future of feed testing technologies.
#212
August 4 · 1 hr 22 min
Amino Acids: The Key to Unlocking Genetic Potential - Italy Panel Podcast
This podcast was recording during a Balchem seminar series, titled “Redefining Amino Acid Impact - New Research Unveiled,” and featured leading researchers and experts presenting the latest science and practical strategies on amino acid nutrition to boost milk and component yields.
#211
July 28 · 48 min
Journal Club - The Impact of Excess Liver Copper Concentrations with Dr. Stephanie Hansen
Recorded live at the Florida Ruminant Nutrition Conference, this Journal Club episode features Dr. Stephanie Hansen of Iowa State University. She discusses new research on excess liver copper and its impact on bovine respiratory disease (BRD) in beef-on-dairy calves. Joined by Dr. Bill Weiss with insights from Dr. Nicholas DiLorenzo, the panel connects trace mineral status with immune function and disease response. The discussion also examines practical management decisions in modern cattle syst
#210
July 21 · 54 min
Immunity Under Metabolic Pressure: Emerging Insights with Dr. Lautaro Rostoll-Cangiano and Guests
Recorded live from Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference, this episode of the Real Science Exchange podcast features Dr. Lautaro Rostoll-Cangiano (University of Wisconsin–Madison) alongside Dr. Laura Niehues and Dr. Mark Hardesty. Our discussion highlights Immunity Under Metabolic Pressure: Emerging Insights as they explore how the metabolic demands surrounding calving influence immune function, transition cow health, colostrum quality, and disease risk.

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