Dr. Larry Roth: Protecting First-Lactation Heifers | Ep. 214
In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Larry Roth, Vice President of Nutrition at Agrarian Solutions, explains why first-lactation heifers face distinct challenges around calving. He discusses reduced feed intake, social stress, uterine inflammation, the risk of metritis, and the long-term effects on fertility and herd retention. Dr. Roth also shares research on nutritional and antioxidant support for fresh heifers. Listen now on all major platforms!
"Resolving inflammation after first calving can support nutrient allocation toward pregnancy, milk production, continued growth, and longer productive retention within the dairy herd."
Meet the guest: Dr. Larry Roth is Vice President of Nutrition at Agrarian Solutions, where he supports science-based nutritional strategies for livestock. His career spans dairy and beef nutrition, forage management, technical service, research, and agricultural marketing. Dr. Roth earned a Ph.D. in Ruminant Nutrition from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, an M.S. in Ruminant Nutrition from Texas A&M University, and a B.S. in Agricultural Education from the University of Wyoming. Learn more from Dr. Larry Roth on The Dairy Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
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What you'll learn:
- (00:00) Highlight
- (01:55) Introduction
- (02:43) First-lactation heifer challenges
- (05:17) Managing inflammation
- (09:11) Uterine health
- (11:55) Long-term health challenges
- (15:25) Management and nutritional support
- (21:51) Final questions
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