The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Massimo Bionaz: Spent Hemp Biomass for Dairy Cows | Ep. 117

In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Massimo Bionaz explores the potential of hemp byproducts in dairy cattle nutrition. He shares insights on the nutritional potential of hemp-derived byproducts, challenges related to compound residues in animal feed, how regulatory frameworks influence feed innovation, and the future of feed trials. Discover what current research reveals and what still needs to be addressed before hemp can enter ruminant diets legally. Listen now on all major platforms!

What will you learn: 

• Legal status explained
• Residues in animal feed
• Feed intake effects
• Nutritional profile insights
• FDA approval challenges

Meet the guest:

Dr. Massimo Bionaz earned his Ph.D. in Dairy Husbandry and Production from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Italy, where he studied liver function and inflammation in dairy cows. He is currently an Associate Professor at Oregon State University, focusing on nutrigenomics, byproducts as feed, and dairy cow welfare.
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