Poultry Litter Management 101: A pH Matters Podcast
For poultry growers struggling with litter management basics or those just looking to see where they can refine their environmental management, this pH Matters episode is a must watch. Join litter management scientist, Dr. Joey Bray, application specialist, Kirk Owens, and sales manager, Casey Jones, in their talk about all things poultry litter management.
Key moments in this podcast:
00:00:00 – Introduction Host welcomes listeners and sets the stage for the conversation on poultry litter management.
00:00:13 – Main Challenges Discussion of the biggest challenges producers face in litter management and achieving flock performance.
00:00:26 – Guest Introductions Panelists Casey Jones, Dr. Joey Bray, and Kirk Owens introduce themselves and share their expertise. 00:01:48 – Expert Recommendations Panel offers practical strategies for managing litter and improving bird health.
00:07:09 – When to Apply Litter Amendments Guidance on the timing of additional litter treatments to better control ammonia.
00:10:00 – Producer Challenges Continued discussion of challenges such as disease pressure and moisture control.
00:13:36 – Bacteria & Ammonia Control Emphasis on how reducing bacterial growth and ammonia is vital for bird welfare.
00:18:00 – Closing Takeaways Final remarks highlighting key points for producers to optimize litter management.
