Novus International Inc., a global leader in animal health and nutrition announces the launch of a bi-weekly podcast series titled, ''What's New with Novus''.

The first podcast was made available November 18, 2009 on iTunes, Zune and is available for download or streaming.

The topics of ''What's New with Novus'' will focus on issues facing the global agriculture community today. These issues include the global food crisis, Stratum Nutrition (Novus's human division), sustainability and key industry events. Every other podcast will focus on ALIMET feed supplement, Novus's leading product.

The first podcast features Dr. Giovanni Gasperoni, Executive Vice President, Marketing and Sales, Novus International.

''These podcasts are designed to embrace technology, while educating our stakeholders on relevant issues within animal agriculture,'' said Tricia Beal, Director of Global Communication, Novus International.

The next edition of ''What's New with Novus'' will be available November 30, 2009. Novus's Global Ruminant Market Manager Stephanie Gable will be discussing oxidative balance in the cow.

Novus International, Inc., an industry leader in animal nutrition and health, is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, US, and serves customers in more than 90 countries around the world.