The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Morgan Thayer: Phytogenics for Broiler Efficiency
Oct 05, 2026In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Morgan Thayer, Monogastric Additive Technical Support at Land O’Lakes on behalf of Fortiva, explains how phytogenic feed additives can support broiler performance. Dr. Thayer discusses bioactive plant compounds, gut health, nutrient utilization, feed conversion, and research findings that connect nutritional strategies to production efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!
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What you’ll learn:
- Phytogenic feed additives
- Broiler performance outcomes
- Feed conversion economics
- Nutrient utilization
Meet the guest:
Dr. Morgan Thayer is the Monogastric Additive Technical Support at Land O’Lakes on behalf of Fortiva. Morgan earned a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science from Purdue University, a master’s degree in Swine Nutrition from Kansas State University, and a Ph.D. in Swine Nutrition from Purdue University. Listen to Dr. Morgan Thayer on The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, available on all major platforms.
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