Legacy Series: Dr. Don Beitz; Guests: Dr. Don Beitz, Iowa State University; Dr. Jesse Goff, Iowa State University; Dr. Jim Drackley, University of Illinois; Dr. Corwin Nelson, University of Florida; Dr. Mike VandeHaar, Michigan State University
Real Science Exchange-DairyShow Notes
In the Real Science Exchange Legacy Series, we celebrate the pioneers who have shaped the dairy industry. In this episode, we honor Dr. Don Beitz, a distinguished professor at Iowa State University. At the 2025 ADSA Annual Meeting, a symposium was held titled “Donald C. Beitz Recognition Symposium: 50-Plus Years of Dairy Science Research.” The guests on this episode, all former graduate students of Dr. Beitz, were speakers at the event. Join us as we explore Dr. Beitz’s contributions and enduring impact on our industry.
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