Renee Smith: Omega-3 Benefits in Dairy | Ep. 36

Hello there!In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Renee Smith, Western Sales Manager at Virtus Nutrition, explores the importance of omega-3 fatty acids, their impact on reproduction and immune function, and how proper supplementation can significantly reduce pregnancy loss in dairy cows. Listen now on all major platforms!"Omega-3 fatty acids, including EPA and DHA, have significant effects on reproduction and immune function in dairy cows." Meet the guest: Renee Smith, the Western Sales Manager and US Marketing Director at Virtus Nutrition brings over 15 years of experience in the dairy nutrition industry. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Dairy Science and Agricultural Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an MBA in Marketing from Walden University. At Virtus Nutrition, Renee focuses on advancing fatty acid technology to enhance dairy cow health, reproduction, and production efficiency.What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:04) Introduction (02:46) Omega-3 in dairy nutrition(03:40) Omega-3 conversion(06:04) Omega-3 and reproduction(09:34) Practical applications (11:44) Immune function and inflammation(12:10) Closing thoughtsThe Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by the innovative companies: Virtus Nutrition* Adisseo- Volac