The Dairy Podcast Show - Richard Breunig: Linking Microbiology and Nutrition | Ep. 145

In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Richard Breunig, founder, president, and owner of Priority IAC, shares how microbiology and nutrition work together to reshape dairy cattle health. He explores smartbacteria, the importance of pH balance, and challenges in feeding models. Discover how microbial solutions can optimize rumen function and improve herd performance. Listen now on all major platforms!

What will you learn: 

• Microbiology meets nutrition
• Defining smartbacteria
• Understanding acidosis causes
• Rethinking fiber needs

Meet the guest:

Richard Breunig, founder, president, and owner of Priority IAC, began his journey on a dairy farm in Wisconsin, where hands-on animal care led him into genetics, nutrition, and microbiology. With experience developing elite herds and pioneering microbial solutions, Richard’s work now integrates novel bacteria strains into feeding systems to improve dairy cattle performance.

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