Dr. Michael Lacy: Poultry Industry Evolution | Ep. 133

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Michael Lacy, professor emeritus at the University of Georgia, takes us on a fascinating journey through the history of poultry—from its ancient beginnings to its vital role in today’s food systems. She highlights the transformative impact of advancements in genetics, housing, and animal welfare, showcasing how these innovations have reshaped the poultry industry into a key player in global protein production. Tune in to discover how modern farming is evolving—available now on all major platforms! "Heat stress innovations, like tunnel ventilation, transformed broiler farming in hot climates." Meet the guest: Dr. Michael Lacy https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-lacy-4580573a/ , professor emeritus at the University of Georgia, holds a PhD in Poultry Science from Virginia Tech. With 39 years of expertise, he has contributed significantly to poultry housing, environmental control, and food security. His leadership extends globally, aiding food systems in developing nations. What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (01:01) Introduction (02:18) Origins of poultry (13:09) Housing innovations (19:22) Animal welfare advances (24:36) Industry evolution (30:28) Vertical integration (35:41) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Boehringer Ingelheim (http://poultryhealthusa.com/) - dsm-firmenich (https://www.dsm.com/anh/en_NA/species/poultry.html) - Probiotech (https://www.probiotech.com/en) - bioMérieux (https://go.biomerieux.com/podcast-poultry) - Adisseo (http://www.adisseo.com/) - PSA (http://poultryscience.org/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - Berg + Schmidt (https://animalnutrition.berg-schmidt.com/) - AB Vista (http://www.abvista.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming