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In this episode of the Real P3 Podcast, host Casey Bradley is joined by Nathan Hillis from Profile Animal Health and Michael Ballou from NB Nutritional Sciences. Together, they discuss their respective journeys in the livestock industry and highlight collaborative efforts in developing innovative technologies for livestock health management
Key Learnings:Guest Backgrounds:
· Nathan Hillis: Director of Sales and Marketing at Profile Animal Health, Nathan started his career at Cargill Animal Nutrition and worked with Nutriad and Norel before joining Profile. He brings a wealth of experience in feed additives, organic acids, and clays.
· Mike Blue (Michael Ballou): Professor and Chair of the Department of Veterinary Sciences at Texas Tech University, Mike specializes in nutritional immunology. He co-owns MB Nutritional Sciences and has extensive experience in research and practical applications within the livestock industry.
Gut Health and Mycotoxins:
· Defining Gut Health: Mike explains gut health as the ability to prevent toxins and pathogens without triggering inflammation. He stresses the importance of maintaining a balanced microbial environment in livestock.
· Understanding Mycotoxins: Originating from fungi, mycotoxins pose significant risks to livestock health. Mike and Nathan discuss the broader impacts of multiple mycotoxins and the need for proactive, beyond-regulatory measures.
Mitigation Strategies:
· Regulatory Challenges: The conversation highlights the U.S. regulatory landscape and its limitations regarding mycotoxin binding. Emphasizing the importance of proactive measures, the speakers advocate for better strategies to safeguard animal health.
· Effectiveness of Clays: The selection and use of clay products, such as PowerGuard, for mycotoxin binding and bacterial prevention are discussed. The efficacy of these products is demonstrated in controlling toxins and enhancing gut health.
Product Applications:
· PowerGuard: A detailed discussion on PowerGuard's role in mitigating aflatoxins, managing mycotoxins, and maintaining nutrient digestibility. Practical applications in livestock feed and its benefits in different livestock settings are examined.
· Innovative Practices: Highlighting the use of clay products in water mitigation and bacterial prevention, this conversation underscores the commitment to advancing livestock health.
Insights on Livestock Management:
· Preventive Approaches: Emphasis on the critical role of preventive measures in gut health and toxin management.
· Enhancing Animal Welfare: The significant impact of innovative products like PowerGuard on modern animal nutrition practices, emphasizing disease prevention and overall health improvement.

The episode concludes with reflections on the role of innovation in improving livestock management practices, enhancing disease prevention, and ensuring overall animal welfare. Expert insights from Nathan Hillis and Mike Blue provide a comprehensive view of the nutritional and immunological landscape, underscoring the importance of advancing technology and innovation in the livestock industry.

To learn more about Profile Animal Health and their products, visit: https://profileanimalhealth.com/

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