In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Tom Best, Director of Quality and Food Safety at Trouw Nutrition, breaks down how ingredient chemistry, supplier checks, and global regulations impact the safety and performance of pet food. He talks about the real-world challenges, like keeping nutrients stable, avoiding contamination, and meeting quality standards across different countries. Find out how solid systems help protect the nutrition in every bag. Tune in now!

"Sometimes ingredients don't play well together, and chemistry can happen unexpectedly if sequencing isn't managed correctly."

Meet the guest: Tom Best is the Director of Quality and Food Safety at Trouw Nutrition, bringing over 38 years of experience in the pet food and animal feed industry. His expertise spans ingredient chemistry, supply chain safety, and global regulatory compliance. He leads Trouw’s HSEQ programs across U.S. facilities, ensuring nutritional integrity and consistent product quality.

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What will you learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:07) Introduction
• (03:22) Ingredient sequencing
• (06:03) Supply chain checks
• (08:38) Global quality standards
• (15:18) Nutrient degradation
• (23:08) Salmonella prevention
• (24:17) Final Questions

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* Trouw Nutrition

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Valentina Trinetta from the University of Milan takes a close look at the risks of foodborne pathogens in pet food and how proper sanitation helps keep contamination at bay. She shares fascinating research on how bacteria like Salmonella can survive in rendered fats and transportation tanks, along with practical steps the industry can take to reduce these risks. Tune in to learn why pet food hygiene matters for both pets and people. Available now on all major platforms

"Pathogens like Salmonella can survive in fat storage tanks, even after rendering, creating potential contamination risks in pet food."

Meet the guest: Dr. Valentina Trinetta holds a Ph.D. in Food Science and Technology from the University of Milan and has extensive experience in food safety and microbiology. Before joining Kansas State University as an Associate Professor, she worked as a Principal Microbiologist at Ecolab. Her research focuses on pathogen survival in food environments and effective sanitation strategies.

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What will you learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:07) Introduction
• (01:07) Pathogen risks in pet food
• (06:19) Effective sanitation strategies
• (10:11) Transportation tank cleaning
• (17:22) Human health implications
• (21:01) Industry collaboration
• (25:59) Final Questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Joseph Wakshlag from Cornell University talks about smart ways to keep pets hydrated, support their joints, and boost longevity through nutrition. He shares real clinical insights on popular trends like bone broth and collagen, and what to watch out for when choosing supplements. You'll also hear practical tips on keeping cats properly hydrated and using functional ingredients to support cellular health. Available now on all major platforms!

"Cats are fastidious creatures compared to dogs and prefer water sources in rooms where they spend the most time."

Meet the guest: Dr. Joseph Wakshlag is a Professor of Clinical Nutrition and Sports Medicine at Cornell University, where he’s taught for over 25 years. With more than 130 publications and extensive consulting roles across the pet food industry, his work focuses on advanced pet nutrition, clinical applications, and supplement evaluation.

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What will you learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:56) Introduction
• (03:10) Defining longevity
• (05:50) Hydration in pets
• (11:02) Cat water preferences
• (15:35) Collagen and mobility
• (25:47) Cellular longevity
• (34:50) Final Questions

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* Trouw Nutrition

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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