In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Eugene Rodberg, Senior Product Manager at Kemin Animal Nutrition and Health, shares practical strategies for mitigating mold and mycotoxin risks in livestock feed. He explains how weather shifts impact grain quality, why proper sampling matters, and the science behind mold inhibitors. Learn how to prevent feed contamination before it spreads. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Mold inhibitors should be applied immediately upon grain arrival to prevent further fungal growth during storage and processing."

Meet the guest: Eugene Rodberg is the Senior Product Manager at Kemin Animal Nutrition and Health, with over a decade of experience leading the grain treatment segment. His focus spans mold mitigation, mycotoxin control, and feed preservation solutions for the livestock industry.

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What will you learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:46) Introduction
• (02:57) Seasonal mold concerns
• (04:32) Fusarium mold impact
• (08:13) Importance of testing
• (10:59) Mycotoxin sampling tips
• (17:49) Preventing mold growth
• (27:51) Final Questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Jennifer Duringer from Oregon State University shares expert insight into mycotoxins in animal feed and how they impact livestock safety and productivity. She explains testing strategies, storage best practices, and how climate and geography influence contamination risks. Discover essential tools and guidance for producers to minimize toxin exposure. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Mycotoxins are toxic compounds made by fungi that harm mammals consuming contaminated feed."

Meet the guest: Dr. Jennifer Duringer earned her PhD in Toxicology from Oregon State University, where she also completed her BS in Zoology and BA in International Studies. She is currently an Assistant Professor (Senior Research) and Director of the Endophyte Service Laboratory at Oregon State University. Her research focuses on food safety, the toxicology of plant and fungal compounds, and endophyte mycotoxin testing in livestock feed.

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What will you learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:53) Introduction
• (03:57) Understanding mycotoxins
• (05:58) Feed testing guidance
• (07:22) Sampling best practices
• (14:55) Global toxin standards
• (19:60) Current toxicology research
• (26:17) Final Questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Charles Qin, a technical consultant with over 30 years of experience in animal nutrition and regulatory affairs, discusses the hidden costs and complexities of using trace minerals and vitamins in animal feed. He explains nutrient interactions, stability challenges, and the value of separating premixes. Get practical strategies to improve feed efficiency and avoid costly nutrient loss. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Trace minerals are available in various forms, including sulfates, oxides, chelates, and hydroxyl chlorides, each impacting bioavailability differently."

Meet the guest: Dr. Charles Qin holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Animal Genetics and Breeding from Northwest A&F University and has completed pharmaceutical QA/QC training at Red River College. He has held roles in academia, pig farming, and technical consulting. With 30+ years in nutrition, research, and regulatory affairs, he now advises companies on feed formulation and efficiency.

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What will you learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:49) Introduction
• (03:19) Trace mineral sources
• (07:31) Vitamin stability issues
• (13:34) Enzyme degradation risks
• (19:15) Nutrient loss prevention
• (25:59) Premix formulation tips
• (31:25) Final Questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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