The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt - Dr. Danielle Sherlock: Methionine's Role in Heat Stress | Ep. 24

the dairy nutrition blackbelt Apr 04, 2024

In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we welcome Dr. Danielle Sherlock, a Ruminant Science Manager at Adisseo and a distinguished researcher with extensive experience in dairy cow metabolism under stress conditions. Dr. Sherlock discusses the benefits of rumen-protected methionine during heat stress in dairy cows, based on recent research findings. This conversation is vital for anyone in the dairy industry seeking to understand and mitigate the impacts of heat stress on cow metabolism and milk production. Tune in on major platforms to explore innovative strategies for enhancing dairy cow health and productivity.

What will you learn: 

  • Methionine under heat stress
  • Study design insights
  • Behavioral changes observed
  • Milk composition effects
  • Supplementation strategies


Meet the guest: 

Dr. Danielle Sherlock is the Ruminant Science Manager at Adisseo, with a rich academic background from Ohio State University and the University of Illinois. Her Ph.D. research concentrated on the metabolism of methyl donors, particularly under conditions of heat stress and negative energy balance in dairy cows. Dr. Sherlock's work offers valuable insights into nutritional strategies that enhance dairy cow health and productivity during stress periods.


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