Show Notes
In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Zeno Hubbert from dsm-firmenich explains the science and economics behind vitamin E supplementation in beef cattle. She discusses its critical role in meat quality, immune health, and reproduction, and how producers can optimize supplementation for both feedlot and breeding cattle. Learn how proper vitamin E levels translate into real value at the retail counter. Listen now on all major platforms!
"We’re not just keeping animals out of Vitamin E deficiency. We’re optimizing productivity and ensuring long-term performance."
Meet the guest: Dr. Zeno Hubbert https://www.linkedin.com/in/zenohubbert/ is a Technical Expert for Ruminants at dsm-firmenich Animal Nutrition & Health, with a PhD in Ruminant Nutrition from New Mexico State University and extensive global experience in feed manufacturing and animal nutrition. Her expertise focuses on optimizing vitamin nutrition, immune function, and production efficiency in beef systems.
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What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:38) Introduction (03:32) Vitamin E in feedlots (06:31) Optimal supplementation levels (10:52) Meat quality insights (22:43) Breeding herd nutrition (29:03) Practical advice for producers (35:23) Final three questions
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