In this third episode of the Animal Protein Sustainability podcast series, Dr. Partha Ray and Dr. Kelly Racette from The Nature Conservancy share their expertise on integrating sustainable practices within the livestock sector. They discuss agriculture's role in conservation, the importance of partnerships, and how science-backed strategies can help reduce the environmental footprint of animal farming. Discover how these initiatives aim to create a win-win for nature, farmers, and the industry.

Meet the host:

David Dayhoff is the North America Sustainability Director for Animal Nutrition & Health at dsm-firmenich. With over two decades of experience, David specializes in sustainability, strategic business development, and international business. He holds an MA from Johns Hopkins and a BA from Princeton University. His expertise includes improving sustainability in agriculture and fostering global partnerships.

Meet the guests:

Dr. Partha Ray, Science Lead at The Nature Conservancy, has over 10 years of experience in livestock sustainability, holding a Ph.D. in Animal Sciences from Virginia Tech. He focuses on reducing the environmental impact of livestock production through innovative, science-based solutions.

Dr. Kelly Racette, Senior Scientist for Agriculture at The Nature Conservancy, specializes in regenerative agriculture with a Ph.D. in Agronomy from the University of Florida. She integrates sustainability into agriculture and food systems, creating solutions that benefit both nature and the industry.

What you’ll learn:

• (00:00) Introduction
• (02:32) The Nature Conservancy
• (08:22) Priorities in animal agriculture
• (12:50) Win-win sustainability strategies
• (18:50) Sustainability in farming
• (23:15) Corporate sustainability trends
• (32:51) Closing thoughts