The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Danyel Dalto: Vitamin D & Piglets | Ep. 174

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Danyel Dalto, a research scientist at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, discusses the impact of different vitamin D supplementation strategies on weanling piglets. He explores how these strategies influence serum vitamin D concentrations and the mRNA expression of genes related to vitamin D metabolism and the immune system. Learn how optimizing vitamin D levels can improve piglet health and post-weaning performance. Listen now on all major platforms!

What will you learn: 

• Vitamin D supplementation
• Pre- and post-weaning effects
• Immune system modulation
• Antioxidant system improvements
• UVB light exposure benefits

Meet the guest:

Dr. Danyel Dalto is a research scientist at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, specializing in swine nutrition. With a veterinary degree, a master’s (2010), and a doctorate (2014) in animal sciences, his research focuses on the role of trace minerals and vitamins in piglet robustness, embryonic development, and overall health. Dr. Dalto is committed to advancing swine nutrition by optimizing these nutrients and reducing the need for antibiotics through improved dietary strategies.
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