The Poultry Podcast Show - Dr. Carl Parsons: Poultry Feed Digestibility | Ep. 83

the poultry podcast show Apr 02, 2024

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Carl Parsons, a distinguished professor from the University of Illinois, brings decades of experience in poultry nutrition. Dr. Parsons shares insights into his groundbreaking work on precision-fed rooster assays for evaluating feed ingredient digestibility, along with his journey through the complexities of poultry nutrition, from its inception to current trends and challenges. This episode is for anyone in the poultry industry seeking to deepen their understanding of feed efficiency and its impact on production sustainability. Tune into this informative discussion on all major podcast platforms to enhance your knowledge.

What will you learn: 

  • Nutrition journey insights
  • Precision feeding techniques
  • Challenges in poultry nutrition
  • Environmental sustainability
  • Graduate student mentorship


Meet the guest: Dr. Carl Parsons, with over four decades at the University of Illinois, has significantly contributed to poultry nutrition through research on feed ingredient digestibility and precision feeding techniques. His work has expanded across species, impacting even companion animal nutrition.