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Alltech announces new dairy specialist

Leticia Souza will work closely with dairy producers, nutritionists and veterinarians in the Northeast and Southeast U.S.

Alltech is thrilled to announce that Leticia Souza has joined its U.S. Dairy On-Farm Support team as an on-farm support dairy specialist. In this role, Souza will work closely with dairy producers, nutritionists and veterinarians in the Northeast and Southeast U.S., focusing on bilingual training, employee coaching and retention strategies to address key challenges in the dairy industry.

“We are pleased to welcome Leticia to the Alltech Dairy On-Farm Support team. Her expertise and experience will bring added value to our customers and their employees while enhancing our commitment to excellence,” said Jorge Delgado, Alltech’s specialist in dairy training, talent development and retention. “The Alltech On-Farm Support team is growing to meet the industry’s increasing need for effective employee training, motivation, and retention.”

About Leticia Souza

Originally from Itabira, Minas Gerais, Brazil, Souza brings an impressive educational background and hands-on experience to her new role:

  • Bachelor’s in veterinary medicine from Brazil
  • Participant in the University of Minnesota’s MAST trainee program (2019), gaining practical experience at Lazy J Dairy Farm in South Dakota
  • Research assistant at the University of Minnesota (2020), focusing on bacterial infections in dairy farms.
  • Master’s degree in veterinary medicine from Michigan State University (2023)
  • Research technologist experience, specializing in mastitis, antimicrobial stewardship and data management in dairy cattle studies

Souza’s academic contributions include numerous certifications, publications in leading journals like the Journal of Dairy Science and JDS Communications, and presentations at industry symposiums. She also co-authored chapters in Herd Health in Beef Livestock (2018).

Personal Background

Now residing in Jackson, Michigan, Souza enjoys outdoor activities, spending time with loved ones and exploring diverse cultures.

For more information about Alltech and its Dairy On-Farm Support team, visit alltech.com.


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