The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Javier Alba Mayagoitia: Microbiology Nutrition & Dairy Performance | Ep. 113

In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Javier Alba Mayagoitia from Priority IAC explains how microbial-driven nutrition can stabilize rumen function and support healthier, more efficient dairy cows. He covers targeted strains, rumen fermentation challenges, and practical feeding principles producers can apply on-farm. Learn how microbiology connects with nutrition to strengthen performance. Listen now on all major platforms.

What you'll learn:  

• Smartbacteria concept
• Acidosis prevention
• Rumen function support
• Nutrition principles
• Feeding strategy adjustments

Meet the guest:

Dr. Javier Alba Mayagoitia is a veterinary microbiology nutritionist and Director of Priority IAC México. With 32 years in dairy and beef cattle practice across mastitis, herd management, and nutrition, he now focuses on microbiology-based feeding strategies.

Learn how Dr. Javier applies microbiological insights to advance dairy nutrition on The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast. Listen now on all major platforms!

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