The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Wilmer Pacheco: Multi-Carbohydrase Enzyme for Poultry | Ep. 82

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Wilmer Pacheco, from Auburn University, shares his insights on enzyme stability, energy utilization, and feed quality in poultry nutrition. He highlights the role of comprehensive multicarbohydrase enzymes, including alpha-galactosidase, in breaking down complex carbohydrates from soybean meal. This process not only boosts amino acid digestibility by increasing peptide accessibility but also leads to overall improvements in digestion, and benefits extend to better foot pad dermatitis in commercial operations. Tune in now on your favorite podcast platform!

What will you learn: 

• Enzyme stability insights
• Multicarbohydrase enzyme benefits
• Breaking down complex carbohydrates
• Boosting amino acid digestibility
• Improving digestion efficiency

Meet the guest:

Dr. Wilmer Pacheco holds a B.S. in Food Science and Agroindustry from Pan-American Agricultural School - Zamorano, Honduras, and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Poultry Science and Physiology and Nutrition from NC State University. As an Extension Specialist & Associate Professor at Auburn University, Dr. Pacheco focuses on feed mill management, feed safety, and poultry nutrition.
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