In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Stacey Roberts, Senior Director of Nutrition at Versova, explains how genetics influence layer nutrient requirements and feeding strategies. She highlights digestible amino acids, alternative ingredients, and how to apply research data in commercial systems. Dr. Roberts also discusses aligning nutrition with production goals and flock challenges. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Layer nutrition benefits from broader research perspectives, including broiler studies, where faster trial cycles and higher responsiveness provide valuable insights applicable to long-cycle layer systems."

Meet the guest: Dr. Stacey Roberts earned her B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. from Iowa State University, focusing on animal nutrition and environmental science. As Senior Director of Nutrition at Versova, she leads feed formulation, research, and implementation strategies to improve bird performance and efficiency. Her work centers on practical poultry nutrition solutions for commercial systems.

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What you'll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:23) Introduction
• (03:29) Genetics impact
• (05:05) Ingredient strategies
• (06:45) Applying research
• (07:48) Mode of action
• (08:46) Broiler data use
• (10:28) Closing thoughts

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- Poultry Science Association

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Laura Guarás, RD&A Manager at Kerry, explains how alpha-galactosidase enzymes improve the nutritional value of soybean meal in poultry diets. She explores galactooligosaccharides, nutrient availability, multi-enzyme strategies, and advances in bioengineering that improve enzyme stability and performance in feed systems. Laura also highlights practical implications for feed efficiency and ingredient variability. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Alpha-galactosidase supplementation improves digestibility of soybean carbohydrates, supporting better gut conditions, more consistent feed conversion, and improved utilization of soybean meal in poultry diets.”

Meet the guest: Laura Guarás is an RD&A Manager at Kerry, specializing in enzyme innovation for human, pet, and animal nutrition. Her work focuses on enzymology, carbohydrate-degrading enzymes, and applied research that improves digestibility, functionality, and sustainability in feed systems. Laura collaborates with global teams to develop data-driven enzyme solutions that enhance feed performance and nutrient utilization in modern poultry nutrition systems.

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What you'll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:35) Introduction
• (02:21) Alpha-galactosidase basics
• (05:16) Soybean energy release
• (07:00) Oligosaccharide variability
• (07:58) Multi-enzyme strategy
• (09:12) Enzyme source differences
• (12:57) Closing thoughts

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Kerry

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- Poultry Science Association

- Anitox

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this special re-run episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we bring back our conversation with Dr. Taina Lopes, a postdoctoral fellow at Auburn University, who explores how nutrition can influence immune responses to Newcastle disease in poultry. She breaks down the impact of viral shedding, immunization challenges, and the role of nutrients like vitamin D and zinc in immune support. Learn how immunity and nutrition intersect in poultry health. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Nutritional needs of the immune system differ from those for production and growth in poultry."

Meet the guest: Dr. Taina Lopes earned her PhD in Animal Science from the Federal University of Minas Gerais, focusing on poultry health, nutrition, and applied bioinformatics. She is currently a researcher at Auburn University, studying immune responses and disease challenges in poultry systems. Her work connects nutrition and health to improve flock performance.

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What you'll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:12) Introduction
• (02:22) Newcastle disease basics
• (06:20) Immunity gaps
• (08:47) Future vaccine on immunization
• (10:32) Immune system nutrition
• (14:07) Microminerals and immunity
• (17:04) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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