In this episode of the Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jerry Spears, Animal Nutrition Consultant, shares his expertise on trace minerals, with a focus on chromium use in turkeys. He explains how chromium impacts insulin sensitivity, stress reduction, and immune function, while also discussing its effect on growth, feed efficiency, and economic return. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Studies have indicated that at 16 or 17 weeks of age, turkeys supplemented with chromium showed an additional 1 pound of body weight compared to controls."

Meet the guest: Dr. Jerry Spears, Professor Emeritus of Nutrition and Animal Science at North Carolina State University, has specialized in trace minerals for over three decades. His work has shaped advancements in poultry nutrition, especially in understanding chromium’s role in metabolism, immunity, and production efficiency. Currently, he consults as an Animal Nutrition Consultant and continues contributing to applied research. 

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What you'll learn:

• (00:00 ) Highlight
• (01:23 ) Introduction
• (02:13 ) Chromium in turkeys
• (04:40 ) Stress reduction
• (05:35 ) Meat yield potential
• (06:37 ) Economic return
• (09:20 ) Future research
• (10:55 ) Closing thoughts

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