Dr. Ching-Yen Lin: Potato in Pet Food | Ep. 102

In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Ching-Yen Lin, Technical Services Manager at Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition, shares what you need to know about using potato ingredients in pet food. She clears up common myths about potatoes, explains how they stack up against sweet potatoes, and talks about their processing advantages and safety factors. Find out why potatoes bring more to the table than just energy. Tune in now on all major platforms!

"Potato ingredients contribute not only starch and protein but also micronutrients like potassium and vitamin C, supporting nutritional diversity in pet diets."

What will you learn:

• (00:00) Introduction
• (05:02) Potato ingredient types
• (10:17) Nutritional benefits of potatoes
• (13:33) Potato vs. sweet potato
• (16:49) Inclusion strategies in diets
• (19:42) Addressing anti-nutritional factors
• (23:08) Final Questions

Meet the guest:

Dr. Ching-Yen Lin holds a Ph.D. in Nutrition Sciences from the University of Illinois and a Master’s in Animal Sciences from Wageningen University. She currently serves as Technical Services Manager at Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition, focusing on bridging science with real-world pet food solutions. With expertise in gut health, ingredient functionality, and diet formulation, Dr. Lin is passionate about advancing companion animal nutrition.

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn

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