agribusinessreview.comMARCH 20268 opinionIN MYDRIVING INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY IN POULTRY NUTRITIONDr. Stacey Roberts is a seasoned professional in the animal nutrition sector. She currently serves as the Senior Director of Nutrition at Versova where she leads the nutrition team, responsible for ensuring feed formulas meet the precise nutrient needs of each flock based on their age and stage of production. In an exclusive interview with Agri Business Review, Roberts shared her invaluable insights into poultry nutrition along with the latest developments in the field. A Career Rooted in Poultry NutritionMy path to becoming Sr. Director of Nutrition at Versova has been shaped by a long-standing dedication to poultry nutrition, with a particular focus on egg-laying flocks. My journey started at Iowa State University, where I completed all of my collegiate work and earned a PhD in Nutritional Sciences and Environmental Science. During my doctoral research, I explored how dietary changes affect nutrient excretion in egg-laying hens. That experience sparked a passion for finding ways to improve both bird health and environmental outcomes through better nutrition.After completing my PhD, I joined Cargill's animal nutrition division. For nearly ten years, I worked alongside egg producers across the country, providing technical support and applying science to day-to-day operations. The role taught me how powerful nutrition can be when it's grounded in research and tailored to the unique needs of each flock.In 2020, I joined Versova where I lead the development and implementation of our nutrition program. This involves close collaboration with our feed mills, supply chain, and production teams to ensure our flocks receive the nutrients they need to perform efficiently--both biologically and economically--every single day. Progress over ProblemsWhile it is common to focus on challenges in roles like mine, I would rather begin with the opportunities in the sector. The pace of innovation in animal nutrition continues to accelerate, and we are seeing By Stacey Roberts, Ph.D., Senior Director of Nutrition, Versova Stacey Roberts
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