The Dairy Podcast Show - Dr. Joey Bray: Sodium Bisulfate and pH Control | Ep. 184

In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Joey Bray from Jones-Hamilton Co.  Animal Nutrition & Health explains why ammonia is a major challenge in dairy facilities and how pH influences pathogen pressure and infection risk. He introduces sodium bisulfate as a practical tool for lowering pH, sharing calf research results and broader dairy applications, including calf housing and footbath systems. Learn practical strategies to improve air quality, animal welfare, and productivity in dairy operations. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:  

• Ammonia formation basics
• pH and bacteria control
• Calf respiratory health
• Bedding environment management
• Footbath hygiene strategies

Meet the guest:

Dr. Joey Bray earned his BS and MS in Animal Sciences from Stephen F. Austin State University and his PhD in Poultry Management from Texas A&M University. After more than a decade in academia as a professor and department chair, he transitioned into industry. He currently serves as a Technical Support Representative at Jones-Hamilton Co.  Animal Nutrition & Health, focusing on environmental pH management, ammonia control, and practical solutions for animal health.

Hear Dr. Joey Bray on The Dairy Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
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