The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Mike VandeHaar: Short Corn Hybrids for Silage | Ep. 123

In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Mike VandeHaar from Michigan State University discusses his recent studies on short-stature corn hybrids and their impact on dairy cow performance. He breaks down how these hybrids perform in yield, fiber digestibility, and milk production, and what that could mean for on-farm feed efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:  

• Short corn hybrids research
• Fiber digestibility results
• Energy-corrected milk yield
• Hybrid yield comparisons
• Practical recommendations

Meet the guest:

Dr. Mike VandeHaar is a Professor of Animal Science at Michigan State University, where he’s been teaching and conducting research in dairy cattle nutrition and feed efficiency since 1988. He earned his Ph.D. in Animal Science from Iowa State University. His work focuses on improving dairy production efficiency through nutrition and genetics. 

Hear more from Dr. VandeHaar on The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, available now on all major platforms.
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