Dr. Tom Crenshaw: Urine Calcium-Phosphorus Ratio - Part 1 | Ep. 146

Dr. Tom Crenshaw: Urine Calcium-Phosphorus Ratio - Part 1 | Ep. 146

Author: Wisenetix November 21, 2024 Duration: 12:28

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Tom Crenshaw, from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, explores the complex phosphorus requirements in sows. Focusing on optimizing phosphorus intake, Dr. Crenshaw discusses innovative research methods and challenges conventional nutritional approaches. Tune in on your preferred platform!


"The calcium-phosphorus ratio could be a useful tool rather than determining the digestibility values of the various ingredients or their combinations, with or without phytase, in the diet."


Meet the guest:

Dr. Tom Crenshaw, a professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Madison for over 40 years, holds a Ph.D. in Animal Sciences from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. An expert in swine nutrition, his research has significantly impacted the industry, focusing on experimental design, swine models, and biosecurity. 

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn


Click here to read the full research article!


Timestamps: 

  • (00:00) Introduction 
  • (00:50) Phosphorus research 
  • (02:00) Urine calcium-phosphorus ratio 
  • (03:04) Predicting phosphorus needs 
  • (06:12) Phosphorus digestibility
  • (09:29) Future nutrition strategies
  • (10:51) Closing thoughts


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