Meet Our Poultry Team

Robbie Moody,
Commercial Director

• 20+ years in the animal nutrition

• B.S. Animal Science, Clemson University

• M.S. Nutrition, Clemson University

• MBA, Strayer University

Robbie is responsible for leading the integrated poultry and additive teams across the U.S. and Canada. His expertise helps him develop his team's skills, and by working together, they aim to meet customer needs and support their success. In addition to this, his work with various teams has helped refine our value proposition across our premix and feed segments in broilers, turkeys and layers.

Dr. Manuel Da Costa,
Strategic Marketing & Technology/Innovation Lead 

• 10+ years in animal nutrition

• DVM and MSc, Animal Health and Nutrition, Universidade do Porto

• M.S. Poultry Science and Statistics, North Carolina State University

• Ph.D. Poultry Nutrition and Econometrics, University of Georgia

Manuel uses his deep data analytics, research background and strong poultry knowledge to develop and implement solutions and services that expand our portfolio and lead to innovations that support the poultry industry. Manuel leads the Strategic Marketing and Technology North American team, working closely with our poultry account managers, nutritionists and technical teams to develop strategies that meet customer needs. 

Dr. Elisangela Guaiume (Angela),
Director of Poultry Nutrition & Technical Services

• 15+ years in poultry industry

• B.S. Animal Sciences, Universidade Estadual Paulista- Botucatu- Brazil

• M.S. Poultry Nutrition, University of Missouri-Columbia

• Ph.D. Poultry Nutrition, University of Missouri-Columbia

Elisangela works with customers to develop optimal feeding strategies to help them achieve their goals and maintain profitability.

Dr. Kate Hayes,
Director of North America Broiler and Turkey Business

• 15+ years in poultry production with a focus on health

• B.S. Animal Science, Middle Tennessee State University

• DVM University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine

• Master’s Avian Health and Medicine, University of Melbourne

Dr. Hayes is responsible for leading our sales and technical teams, focusing on supporting Turkey and Broiler customers across the U.S. and Canada. Her expertise in building strong, multi-functional, and collaborative teams drives success for our customers. Kate has extensive experience in broiler breeder management and health programs.

Rachel Abner,
Sr. Nutrition Analyst

• 15+ years in poultry industry

• B.S. Animal Science, The Ohio State University

Rachel works on developing customer specific feeding programs and analyzing ingredient nutrient value to optimize customer performance and financial return.

Dr. Ilana Barasch,
Sr. Poultry Nutritionist and Nutrition Analyst Lead

• 5+ years in poultry industry

• B.S. Animal Science, University of Missouri

• M.S. Poultry Science, North Carolina State University

• Ph.D. Nutrition and Poultry Science, North Carolina State University

Ilana develops customer specific feeding programs and troubleshoots nutrition and management issues to optimize nutritional value and financial return.

Dr. Sheilena Durbin,
Technical Services Specialist

• 5+ years in poultry industry

• B.S.A. Avian Biology, The University of Georgia

• D.V.M., The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine

Sheilena works closely with other members of the Diamond V Layer Team and provides veterinary technical support to poultry companies throughout the United States.

Dr. Mark Farmer,
Sr. Technical Services Manager

• 40+ years in the poultry industry

• B.S. Animal Science, Auburn University

• M.S. Poultry Nutrition, Auburn University

• Ph.D. Interdepartmental Biochemistry & Nutrition, Auburn University

Mark provides industry expertise and uses his many years of experience in the industry to provide customers with the best solutions for their birds. 

Dr. Eric Gingerich,
Sr. Technical Services Specialist

• 45+ years in the poultry industry

• B.S. Animal Sciences, Purdue University

• DVM, Purdue University

Eric works to inform poultry customers and prospects about the benefits of feeding our products. His focus is primarily egg producers, and he assists customers with layer health management and food safety.

Dr. Stephanie Hutsko,
Nutritionist

• 5+ years in poultry industry

• B.S. Animal Science, Michigan State University

• M.S. Animal Nutrition, The Ohio State University

• Ph.D. Animal Nutrition, The Ohio State University

Stephanie's focus is on layer production and turkeys, all within the organic and NAE/ABF space. She excels at optimizing nutrition and introducing value-added feed additives to give our customers the best-producing birds, even with their limitations due to the restrictions in the organic and NAE programs.

Megan Koppen, 
Technical Services Manager

• 15+ years in poultry industry

• BS, Animal Science, Purdue University

• MS, Poultry Science, Texas A&M

Megan provides the necessary insight to educate and guide the implementation of feed additives into commercial systems, helping to achieve production objectives. Her background focuses extensively on live production, with a specialization in nutrition and research trials.

Kennedi Martens,
Nutrition Analyst

• 5+ years in poultry industry

• B.S. Animal Nutrition, Stephen F. Austin State University

• M.S. Poultry Nutrition, Stephen F. Austin State University

Kennedi specializes in formulating customer specific feeding programs while working alongside nutritionists to troubleshoot and provide formulation support.

Dr. Algis Martinez,
Poultry Veterinarian

• 25+ years in Avian Medicine and Poultry Production

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Colombia

• Avian Medicine Post-Doctoral and Residency Program, North Carolina State University 

• Diplomate, American College of Poultry Veterinarians (ACPV)

• Outstanding member, American Veterinary Medical Association

• Board of Governors, American College of Poultry 

Dr. Martinez has an extensive background working with primary breeder lines, grandparent stock, parent stock, hatcheries, broilers, processing plants, food safety, animal welfare, and biosecurity programs. In this role, Algis supports the Cargill North American Turkey and Breeders team and provides veterinary technical support to internal and external customers across the United States and Canada.

Dr. Ky Meeks,
Nutritionist

• 5+ years in poultry industry

• A.S. Biology, South Georgia State College

• B.S.A. Avian Biology, University of Georgia
• Ph.D. Poultry Physiology and Nutrition, University of Georgia

Ky collaborates closely with customers to develop tailored feeding programs that help them achieve their goals and maintain profitability. He evaluates customer data comprehensively to enhance efficiencies and solve nutrition and management issues. Ky also troubleshoots nutrition and management challenges to optimize both nutritional value and financial returns.

Dr. Maci Oelschlager,
Technology Application Lead

• 5+ years in animal nutrition industry

• A.S. General Science, Parkland College

• B.S. Animal Science, University of Illinois

• M.S. Animal Science, University of Illinois

• Ph.D. Animal Science, University of Illinois

Maci specializes in many areas, including troubleshooting health, nutrition and management issues to optimize nutritional value and financial return. She coordinates and manages research trials and provides input on the design while supporting the trial application of nutrition and health research projects for monogastric species.

Dr. Jarred Oxford,
Nutritionist

• 3+ years in poultry industry

• B.S. Poultry Science, University of Georgia

• M.S. Poultry Nutrition, University of Georgia

• Ph.D. Nutritional Immunology, University of Georgia

Jarred develops customer specific feeding programs and troubleshoots nutrition and management issues to optimize nutritional value and financial return.

Briana Peters,
Nutrition Analyst

• 10+ years in poultry industry

• B.S. Animal Science, Wilmington College

Brianna supports all the poultry nutritionists on our team, working directly with them and their customers on least cost formulation needs.

Tammy Baltzley,
Account Manager

• 20+ years in poultry industry

• B.S. Veterinary Technology, Microbiology, North Dakota State University

• M.S. Poultry Science, Texas A&M University

Tammy has expertise in layer production, including cage free, organic and pasture production. She helps address and troubleshoot customer challenges, needs and questions.

Richard Houlbrooke
Account Manager

• 43+ years in poultry industry

• B.S. Poultry Science, Plumpton Agricultural College

Richard’s responsibilities include key account management and technical support for turkey customers in North America and abroad. He brings an extensive background in the turkey industry and expertise in genetics, multipliers and integrators.

Rodrigo Lopez,
Account Manager

• 5+ years in poultry industry

• B.S. Livestock Business Management, Fresno State University

• M.S. Poultry Science, Fresno State University

Rodrigo specializes in nutritional health products, on-farm troubleshooting, nutritional consulting and training and connecting customers to technical support teams. He uses his skills in these areas to support his customers and the overall success of all stakeholders.

Kent Lytle,
Account Manager

• 34 years of experience in livestock and poultry industry

• B.S. Animal Science, North Carolina State University

Kent has dedicated his entire career in animal nutrition to Cargill, where he has developed a deep passion for serving his customers. His primary focus is on helping poultry producers achieve their goals, ensuring they receive the best possible support and solutions. Kent's commitment to his clients is evident in his personalized approach and unwavering dedication to their success.

Jason McCamy,
Account Manager

• 25+ years in poultry industry

• B.S. Agriculture Business and Economics, Auburn University

Jason builds and retains customer relationships through solution selling, strategic account planning and excellent service. He has experience with poultry biologicals, medicated feed additives and postbiotic feed additives.

Judson Powell,
Account Manager

• 5+ years in poultry industry

• B.S. Poultry Science, Auburn University

Judson specializes in nutritional health products, on-farm troubleshooting, nutritional consulting and training. His primary focus is providing customer support and solutions to any issues they face.

Kevin Riley,
Account Manager

• 25+ years in poultry industry

• B.S. Animal Science, Berry College

Kevin works with our customers and prospects to optimize their financial return.

Mark Tilbury,
Account Manager

• 40+ years in poultry industry

• B.S. Poultry Science, Michigan State University

Mark is an expert in poultry production. He spends his time supporting customers and helping them achieve their goals.

Mike Warsco,
Account Manager

• 40+ years in animal nutrition industry

• B.S., Michigan State University

Mike is skilled at combining the technologies and expertise Cargill offers to meet customer needs and assist them in achieving their goals.