The Dairy Podcast Show - Dr. Laura Hernandez: Calcium Balance in Dairy Cows | Ep. 174

In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Laura Hernandez from the University of Wisconsin-Madison shares groundbreaking insights on calcium regulation in dairy cows. She explains how serotonin, phosphorus, and prepartum management influence hypocalcemia outcomes and overall herd health. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:  

• Serotonin’s calcium role
• Prepartum management impact
• Transient vs. persistent hypocalcemia
• Clay binders vs. DCAD
• Hormonal calcium regulation

Meet the guest:

Dr. Laura Hernandez is a Professor of Lactation Biology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She earned her Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences and Animal Science from the University of Arizona, following her M.S. and B.S. at New Mexico State University. Her research focuses on hormonal and metabolic pathways that regulate calcium homeostasis and mammary function in dairy cows.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn

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