The Poultry Podcast Show

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Shawn Bradshaw, Product Application Manager at Adisseo, shares his expertise in feed milling operations and maintenance. He highlights the importance of preventative programs, staff training, and how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of feed mills. Learn about the industry challenges, workforce development, and strategies for optimizing production efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Good in equals good out, and the first step in feed milling is ensuring ingredient quality through a strong receiving process."

Meet the guest: Shawn Bradshaw built his career in feed milling and agribusiness through progressive roles at NC State University, Edgecombe Community College, Kemin, and now as Product Application Manager at Adisseo. With an MBA in supply chain management, he combines technical expertise and leadership to address modern feed mill challenges. 

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What you will learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:07) Introduction
(04:52) Feed milling basics
(05:50) Preventive maintenance
(09:12) AI in feed mills
(12:56) Workforce training
(19:37) Industry challenges
(22:29) Final Questions

The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Adisseo

* Barentz
* BinSentry
* Evonik
- AB Vista
- Zoetis
- dsm-firmenich
- DietForge
- Natural Biologics
- J&D + AAF
- PSA

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Kellen Harris from J&D Manufacturing and Rob Langenhorst from AAF International explain how avian influenza continues to reshape poultry production in the United States. They discuss global transmission patterns, economic losses, and how filtration and ventilation systems can reduce disease pressure. Learn practical strategies producers can apply to protect flocks during migration seasons. Listen now on all major platforms.

“Filtered production sites experience fewer disease break rates compared to non-filtered sites, demonstrating the long-term value of filtration as a disease mitigation tool.” – Rob Langenhorst

Meet the guests:
Kellen Harris, Director of Sales at J&D Manufacturing, brings years of experience in ventilation design for poultry facilities, grounded in his background managing poultry equipment operations and growing up on a large layer farm. 
Rob Langenhorst, Technical Sales Manager at AAF International, contributes over two decades of swine and poultry disease prevention research with a focus on air filtration performance.

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What you will learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:04) Introduction
(05:12) Migration risks
(06:26) Global spread
(07:12) Farm impact
(10:18) Filtration study
(12:14) Ventilation design
(23:07) Final Questions

The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

- J&D + AAF

* Evonik
* Adisseo
* Barentz
* BinSentry
- PSA
- AB Vista
- Zoetis
- dsm-firmenich
- DietForge
- Natural Biologics

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Maarten De Gussem, global poultry consultant at Vetworks and academic adviser at Ghent University, explains the real economic value of cleaning and disinfection programs in low-challenge broiler environments. He shares field-trial data, performance outcomes, and why education is essential for consistent results. Get clear insights on ROI, flock performance, and protocol design. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Performance improvements in low challenge systems demonstrate that sanitation can function as an investment rather than a simple insurance cost.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Maarten De Gussem is a global poultry consultant and founder of Vetworks, where he leads initiatives in poultry health, biosecurity, and performance optimization. With expertise in coccidiosis, bacterial enteritis, respiratory diseases, and production efficiency, he also serves as an academic adviser at Ghent University and contributes to committees focused on poultry intestinal health and Mycoplasma. 

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What you will learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:14) Introduction
(02:33) ROI of disinfection
(05:06) Low challenge metrics
(06:24) Trial design
(08:18) Education role
(15:16) Performance results
(20:59) Final Questions

The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

CID LINES

* Evonik
* Adisseo
* Jefo
* Barentz
* BinSentry
- DietForge
- Natural Biologics
- J&D + AAF
- PSA
- AB Vista
- Zoetis
- dsm-firmenich

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Teresa Morishita, Professor of Poultry Medicine and Food Safety at Western University of Health Sciences, discusses the role of leadership and soft skills in strengthening poultry health and production. She explains why communication, integrity, and collaboration are essential for veterinarians, managers, and technical teams. Dr. Morishita highlights mentorship, continuing education, and building trust across disciplines in the poultry industry. Learn practical perspectives that support long-term success in poultry operations. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Soft skills include how people relate to others, communicate clearly, and show adaptability when situations do not work as expected.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Teresa Morishita is a Professor of Poultry Medicine and Food Safety at Western University of Health Sciences and a Diplomate of the American College of Poultry Veterinarians. Her work focuses on poultry health management, education, and collaboration between academia and industry. She is the founding director of the Poultry Health Management School and has extensive experience supporting poultry professionals nationwide. 

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What you will learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:17) Introduction
(04:45) Poultry education
(07:57) Leadership values
(09:44) Soft skills
(10:42) Listening skills
(13:10) Clear expectations
(28:33) Final Questions

The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* CID LINES
* Adisseo
* Jones-Hamilton Co.
* Jefo
* Evonik

- dsm-firmenich
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- Zoetis
- AB Vista
- PSA
- J&D + AAF
- Natural Biologics

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this special re-run episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, we revisit our conversation with Dr. Sherwin Camba from the University of the Philippines, who shares insights on the critical challenges of Salmonella and avian influenza in poultry production, focusing on control measures in Southeast Asia. Dr. Camba highlights key strategies, including vaccination, biosecurity, and the impact of environmental factors like rodents in spreading diseases. Tune in to discover practical approaches for tackling poultry health issues and ensuring food safety in a rapidly changing industry!

"Rodents serve as amplifiers of Salmonella in poultry farms, making them critical in disease management and biosecurity." 

Meet the guest: Dr. Sherwin Camba is an Assistant Professor of Animal Health at the University of the Philippines, Los Baños, and a veterinarian specializing in poultry infectious diseases. He earned his DVM from UPLB and completed his PhD in Veterinary Science at Osaka Prefecture University, focusing on Salmonella epidemiology in layers. His work bridges research, diagnostics, and national disease control programs. 

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What you will learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:22) Introduction
(03:30) Salmonella in layers
(07:46) Rodent & disease
(11:46) Vaccination strategies
(16:29) Avian influenza control
(25:42) Disinfection methods
(33:32) Final Questions

The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Evonik
* CID LINES
* Adisseo
* Jones-Hamilton Co.
* Jefo

- Natural Biologics
- dsm-firmenich
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- Zoetis
- AB Vista
- PSA
- J&D + AAF

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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