The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Jessica Halfen: Phytochemicals & Cow Health | Ep. 116

In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jessica Halfen from Mississippi State University discusses how polyphenols and phytochemicals can improve dairy cow health during transition and heat stress periods. She shares her in vitro findings, explains the potential of using local byproducts as feed additives, and highlights the future of nutraceuticals in dairy nutrition. Listen now on all major platforms!

What will you learn: 

• Role of polyphenols
• Oxidative stress response
• Immune system support
• Transition cow health
• Heat stress strategies

Meet the guest:

Dr. Jessica Halfen is an Assistant Extension Research Professor of Dairy Science at Mississippi State University. She earned her B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Animal Science from the Federal University of Pelotas in Brazil. Her research focuses on transition cow nutrition and health, with deep expertise in phytochemicals and immune function.
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