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  • In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, we are joined by Dr. Thomas Petznick, a veterinarian deeply passionate about advancing swine health. Dr. Petznick provides insights into critical topics such as the impact of emerging pathogens on swine herds, the latest diagnostic technologies including genome sequencing, and the intricacies of the swine immune system. He emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to veterinary science. Additionally, Dr. Petznick shares experiences from the field, including his involvement in diagnosing a newly emerging pathogen, offering valuable perspectives on real-world challenges in swine health. This episode is essential listening for swine industry professionals focused on enhancing animal health and productivity. We invite you to tune into this engaging conversation on all major platforms and discover the latest innovations in swine veterinary care.

    "Emerging diseases often mimic others, so we can't always assume they're the same. Sapovirus appeared as classic coccidiosis or rotavirus, but it wasn't. We had to look deeper."

    Meet the guest: Dr. Thomas Petznick is a veterinarian at ArkCare in Omaha, Nebraska, with extensive experience dealing with swine health challenges. His extensive work in swine health has established him as an expert in the field. Petznick earned his degree in veterinary medicine from Kansas State University and is furthering his knowledge by earning a master's degree in preventive veterinary medicine. This unique combination of practical experience and high-level academic performance underpins their approach to swine veterinary care.

    (00:00) Highlight(01:18) Introduction (04:39) Discussion on emerging pathogens in swine(11:15) Advanced diagnostic technologies (20:37) Challenges and strategies in managing and treating swine diseases(27:43) Managing endemic pathogens(34:29) Importance of continuous learning and collaboration(44:38) Final three questions

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • Investigating the cutting edge of swine welfare and behavior management is crucial for the industry's future sustainability and productivity. Dr. John McGlone of Texas Tech University introduces innovative welfare strategies and the pioneering concept of pig self-vaccination. By examining behavior management and environmental enrichment, Dr. McGlone provides new insights into boosting swine productivity and welfare. Tune into episode 241 on your preferred podcast platform for an engaging discussion.

    "Future pig farming must align production practices with animal behavioral needs and welfare."

    Meet the guest: Dr. John McGlone, with a robust career spanning over four decades at Texas Tech University, is a pivotal figure in animal behavior, physiology, and welfare research. Growing up in New York and educated at Washington State University and the University of Illinois, he brings a unique perspective to the swine industry. Dr. McGlone has significantly impacted sow housing, transportation, and pheromone biology, with his work guiding industry standards towards more humane practices.

    (00:00) Highlight(01:17) Introduction(05:27) Revisiting Animal Welfare's Foundations(08:27) Alternatives to Conventional Sow Housing(14:23) Shifting the Conversation to Behavioral Management(21:25) Innovating with Self-Vaccination for Pigs(44:30) Future Directions in Swine Production(51:04) Final Questions

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • Genetic advancements and sustainability practices are transforming the swine industry's landscape, enhancing efficiency and environmental stewardship. Explore the intersection of genetics and sustainability with Dr. Jocelyn Johnson and Dr. Clint Schwab. Discover innovative strategies for genetic improvement and sustainability, essential for anyone in the swine sector. Listen on your preferred platform for insights into the future of swine production.

    "Efficient animals contribute to sustainability and profitability in swine production."

    What youโ€™ll learn:

    (00:00) Highlight(01:09) Introduction(03:26) Exploring animal genetics and efficiency(04:45) Journey through genetic improvement programs(06:27) Advantages of multispecies genetics approach(11:17) The role of genetics in environmental sustainability(21:28) Future trends in genetic improvements(31:27) Final questions

    Meet the guests: Dr. Jocelyn Johnson, a Research Scientist at STgenetics in the College Station-Bryan Area, boasts an impressive background in Animal Sciences from Texas A&M University, where she earned her PhD. Specializing in livestock efficiency and sustainability, she currently leads initiatives in eco-feed programs and sustainable practices. Dr. Clint Schwab, VP of Technology & Customer Success at AcuFast, holds a Ph.D. in Animal Breeding and Genetics from Iowa State University. With a career dedicated to enhancing genetic programs in the swine industry, his work has significantly impacted genetic improvement and sustainability efforts.

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • Innovative nutritional strategies and additive applications are crucial for enhancing gut health and productivity in the swine industry. Dr. Pedro Medel shares groundbreaking approaches and insights on navigating swine nutrition post-antibiotic and zinc restrictions in the EU, providing a comprehensive guide for sustainable swine health management.

    "Nutritional adjustments post-antibiotic and zinc bans are pivotal for maintaining swine health."

    What youโ€™ll learn:

    (00:00) Highlight(01:13) Introduction (04:34) Antibiotic restrictions and zinc ban in EU (16:20) Decrease in energy and protein levels (22:17) Importance of fiber and water quality (27:13) Management and facility changes for better health (34:42) Future directions in swine nutrition and health (39:49) Final questions

    Meet the guest: Dr. Pedro Medel, currently directing R&D at Innovabiotics, holds a Ph.D. in Animal Nutrition from Universidad Politรฉcnica de Madrid. With over two decades at Imasde Agroalimentaria, Dr. Medel has spearheaded various agri-food research projects, emphasizing experimental animal trials. His work focuses on innovative dietary additives to enhance gut health across livestock species.

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • Mastering gilt selection and retention is pivotal for driving genetic advancements and bolstering productivity in the swine industry. Kerri Hopkins, a veteran in swine genetics, imparts her expertise on the critical aspects of gilt selection and retention. Highlighting its impact on sow farm efficiency, she also explores the development of breeding strategies and the pivotal role of technology in shaping future selection processes. This episode provides essential insights for industry professionals. Discover how these methodologies are revolutionizing swine genetics by tuning in on all major platforms.

    "Our goal is to ensure the best females enter our sow farms for optimal breeding results."

    What youโ€™ll learn:

    (00:00) Highlight(01:09) Introduction(03:14) Importance of proper gilt selection(04:38) Key metrics for gilt selection success(06:16) Future directions in gilt selection technology(07:51) Discussing sow mortality trends and solutions(18:13) The crucial role of people in swine industry success(21:29) Final questions

    Meet the guest: Kerri Hopkins, Senior Genetic Service Manager at New Fashion Pork, with 38 years of experience in the swine industry. Kerri shares her profound knowledge of gilt selection and retention, highlighting the importance of choosing the right breeding stock for long-term productivity and genetic advancement.

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • Understanding water quality and treatment is paramount in advancing swine health and productivity. In this episode, Tim Verbruggen, Global Product Manager at MS Schippers, highlights the significance of water as a key nutrient in swine production, offering strategies to optimize water for improving health and operational efficiency. Tune in on major platforms for valuable insights into enhancing swine management through superior water treatment practices.

    "Proper water management can significantly reduce pathogens in swine farms."

    What youโ€™ll learn:

    (00:00) Highlight(01:10) Introduction(04:50) Challenges in water quality management(08:44) Benefits of using dioxide in water treatment(12:29) Organic vs. inorganic acids in water acidification(14:47) Supporting G.I. tract health with acidified water(19:19) Debunking myths about water treatments(24:40) End of the episode

    Meet the guest: Tim Verbruggen, with a rich background in bio-engineering from Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, has significantly contributed to the Swine industry through his roles at MS Schippers. With over a decade at the company, he has evolved from a Product Manager to the Global Product Manager, focusing on nutritional supplements across various species. His insights into water treatment and animal health are invaluable.

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • In this insightful episode, our special guest Dr. Nick Gabler from Iowa State University explores the pivotal role of fiber in swine diets. He sheds light on how fiber significantly promotes intestinal health and optimizes performance throughout the pigs' growth stages, from weaning to finishing. Dr. Gabler delves into the complexities of incorporating fiber into practical feed formulations, examining different fiber types and their impacts on both growth and gastrointestinal health. Additionally, the conversation navigates through effective approaches to improve fiber digestibility in nursery pig diets, providing essential knowledge for the swine industry.

    โ€œA lot of fiber research is going to depend on the type of fiber that's used, also the age of the pig and more importantly, the type of enteric health challenge that the pig is exposed to."

    What youโ€™ll learn:

    (00:00) Highlight(01:24) Introduction(06:16) Exploring different types of fiber and their effects(10:56) Nutrient and energy intake impacts on lean accretion(16:58) Strategies for implementing fiber in diets(20:31) Enzyme inclusion and its effects with fiber(36:14) Opportunities and challenges in nutrition research for pigs(40:52) End of the episode

    Meet the guest: Dr. Nicholas (Nick) Gabler is a renowned Professor at Iowa State University, specializing in Animal Sciences. Holding a Ph.D. and a B.Sc. in Animal Science from La Trobe University, his expertise lies in swine nutrition and physiology. At Iowa State, Dr. Gabler focuses on how dietary components influence swine gut health and overall growth performance. His research plays a pivotal role in advancing swine dietary strategies and improving animal welfare in the swine industry.

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • Precision feeding is pivotal in transforming nutritional practices and sustainability in the swine sector. This episode features Dr. Aline Remus discussing precision feeding for grow-finish pigs, underscoring its role in boosting nutritional efficiency and sustainability. Listen to discover approaches for improving profitability and environmental care in pig farming.

    "Precision feeding utilizes real-time data to tailor pig diets for optimal growth."

    What youโ€™ll learn:

    (00:00) Highlight(01:11) Introduction(05:30) Defining precision feeding and its importance(16:14) Overcoming barriers to implement precision feeding(21:41) Economic and environmental benefits(26:29) The future of smart farming technologies(36:29) Economic gains from precision feeding(39:44) The final questions

    Meet the guest: Meet Dr. Aline Remus, a visionary Research Scientist at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada with a focus on physiology and precision nutrition in pigs. With a rich academic background spanning from Universidade Federal de Santa Maria to Universitรฉ Laval, Dr. Remus brings a wealth of knowledge in non-ruminant nutrition, protein metabolism, and amino acid requirements. Her expertise in data analysis, animal physiology, and models, positions her at the forefront of precision livestock farming for growing-finishing pigs. Join us as Dr. Remus shares her insights on the latest trends and technologies in swine nutrition.

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • Traditionally considered an antinutrient because it dilutes energy and other nutrients' digestibility, fiber has gained more recognition in recent years. More specifically, fiber is used strategically to elicit more calories from our feedstuffs and to use fibrous products more sustainably. Pigs' gut health and functions are also improved by adding both insoluble and soluble fibers to their diet. So, in this episode, Dr. Amy Petry explores the biases and misconceptions and unravels fiber's true capabilities as an essential part of a pig's diet. She also discusses the different types of fiber, their physiological impacts on swine, and the many benefits that both insoluble and soluble fibers bring to the table.

    "We've talked a lot about the many beneficial aspects of fiber. But we have to keep in mind that there are anti-nutritive effects that are associated with it.โ€

    What youโ€™ll learn:

    (00:00) Highlight(01:42) Introduction(04:21) The role of fiber in animal diets and nutrition(09:35) The effects of fiber on gut health and the immune system(13:39) Understanding fiber sources(19:37) Benefits of insoluble and soluble fiber in sows(25:28) The importance of feeding fibrous diets to sows(33:37) The impact of fiber in gestation on the pigโ€™s health and efficiency(39:17) Strategies to increase fiber digestibility(44:22) The global impact of more efficient fiber utilization(50:27) The three final questions

    Meet the guest: Meet Dr. Amy Petry, Assistant Professor at the University of Missouri. With a rich background in animal nutrition from Iowa State University, Dr. Petry combines her expertise in physiology, swine production, and biochemistry to drive impactful research in the swine industry. Dedicated to education and community service, she aims to continuously advance animal agriculture through her innovative work and teachings.

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • Understanding humane animal handling is vital for elevating ethical standards in the swine industry. In this episode, Karly Anderson shares her deep knowledge on topics from captive bolt stunning to meat plant auditing, discussing the complexities of swine euthanasia and welfare. Discover key practices fundamental to the industry. Tune in now for enlightening insights!

    "Effective euthanasia methods are crucial for ethical animal handling."

    What youโ€™ll learn:

    (00:00) Highlight(01:10) Introduction(02:34) Discussing euthanasia and stunning processes(04:26) On-farm euthanasia techniques(09:54) Training for effective euthanasia(16:02) Consequences of ineffective stunning(33:51) Future of animal welfare in swine industry(37:09) The final questions

    Meet the guest: Karly Anderson, a dedicated Ph.D. candidate at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Graduate Research Assistant, specializes in animal welfare. Her work, primarily in humane handling and euthanasia in swine, is bolstered by her rich experience at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls Animal Welfare Lab.

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • Understanding the complexities of pig genetics is crucial for the swine industry's advancement and sustainability. In this episode, Dr. Max Rothschild, esteemed geneticist and Iowa State University's retired scientist delves into 40 years of swine genetics advancements. He covers key traits like disease resistance and feed efficiency, exploring their industry impact and future trends. Tune in to this episode now!

    "In genetic selection, focusing on multiple traits simultaneously is crucial yet challenging."

    What youโ€™ll learn:

    (00:00) Highlight(01:09) Introduction(03:05) Complexity of genetic selection in pigs(04:01) Cross-breeding strategies in pig genetics(06:03) Genetic selection for feed efficiency(13:18) Role of AI and technology in animal health(27:00) Future advancements in genetics(35:13) The final questions

    Meet the guest: Meet Dr. Max F. Rothschild, a retired Distinguished Professor from Iowa State University with over four decades of experience in animal genetics. A pivotal figure in pig genetics, Dr. Rothschild has significantly influenced the field through his role as Director of the Center for Integrated Animal Genomics. His academic journey spans from a BS in Animal Science at UC Davis to a Ph.D. in Animal Breeding from Cornell University, underlining a lifelong dedication to advancing animal science.

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • In swine operations, embracing innovative strategies and data analysis is crucial for advancing efficiency and sustainability. Our special guest, Stephen Hall, has over 50 years of experience to share on this episode of "The Swine it Podcast Show." Stephen shares his groundbreaking approach to gilt retention and lifecycle analysis, offering invaluable insights into the power of data in transforming pig farming practices. Tune in to explore how these strategies can fundamentally change herd management and drive significant financial advantages in the swine industry.

    โ€œThe most important day in a sow calendar is her next state. If she's pregnant, then the most important date you are working towards is her next service date, and you're managing her through to that next service date.โ€ - Stephen Hall

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    (00:00) Highlight(01:05) Introduction (06:50) The importance of data and industry opportunities(09:15) Introducing 'Gilt Watch Together' philosophy(14:27) Exploring batch production systems(30:48) Controlling weaning and service schedules(36:20) Mental health and resilience in farming(48:02) Final three questions

    Meet the guest: Stephen Hall is a Pig Production Consultant and journalist at Stephen Hall Management Quill & Pig Limited. With a rich history in the pig industry that spans over 50 years, Stephen's career encompasses roles in breeding, recording, and practical pig production. A graduate of the Norfolk School of Agriculture, his educational journey began at Diss Church Primary School and Diss Secondary Modern for Boys. Stephen's innovative work includes the development of Gilt Watch Togetherโ„ข Lifecycle Analysis, a trademarked set of tools designed to revolutionize breeding herd management. His approach focuses on the 3E's - Economics, Ethics, and Environment - anticipating future efficiencies in pig production. His data evaluation methods offer significant financial benefits by identifying and remedying productivity issues in real-time.

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • In this episode our special guest Dr. Jonathan Holt explores water management for swine, a fundamental yet often overlooked aspect of swine production, influencing both animal welfare and operational efficiency. Dr. Holt also discusses advancements in swine nutrition and highlights technology and data-driven approaches, underscoring the importance of environmental sustainability in swine operations.

    โ€œI've always tried to bring science to the practical side, whether it's research or something new and innovative.โ€ - Dr. Jonathan Holt

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    (00:00) Highlight(02:10) Introduction (05:58) Importance of water flow rates in barns(22:46) Zinc and minerals encapsulation(29:17) Sustainability in the swine industry(32:37) Embracing technological advances in agriculture(41:02) Identifying key data for effective decision-making(48:21) End of the episode

    Meet the guest: With a Ph.D. in Animal Science from North Carolina State University, Dr. Jonathan Holt has an extensive background in swine nutrition research. He's the President and Production Consultant of Integrated Animal Nutrition and has served as an Assistant Professor at North Carolina State University. His journey from academia to industry consultancy reflects his deep commitment to advancing swine nutrition through practical and innovative approaches.

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • Understanding the intricacies of swine health management is crucial for enhancing efficiency and ensuring sustainable practices in this sector. As 2023 draws to a close, this special year-end episode of our podcast delves deep into the significant advancements and insights gathered throughout 2023, setting the stage for what we can anticipate in the next year. Our special guest, Dr. Clayton Johnson, will share cutting-edge strategies and veterinary advancements that are transforming the swine industry.

    โ€œBiosecurity definitely works. We can prevent PRRS. And I'm not saying it's easy, I'm also not saying it's cheap. They are effective and we do control our own destiny when it comes to disease outbreaks.โ€ - Dr. Clayton Johnson

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    (00:00) Highlight(02:12) Introduction(12:39) Economic Impact of PRRS(19:12) Overview of swine diseases in 2023(25:16) Disease control and biosecurity(28:47) Future outlook and new vaccine developments(35:36) Challenges in implementing new technologies(47:28) Final three questions

    Meet the guest: Dr. Clayton Johnson, Director of Health at Carthage Veterinary Service, stands out as a distinguished leader in swine health management. Holding a DVM from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a BSc in Biology from Truman State University, Dr. Johnson's career is marked by impactful roles, including as Director of Health and Associate Director, Production Veterinarian at The Maschhoffs. He's known for innovative and responsible health strategies, improving production practices, and advocating for animal welfare. Dr. Johnson's blend of scientific knowledge and practical expertise continues to drive significant advancements in swine health management.

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • As the swine industry continuously evolves, understanding the intricate relationship between nutrition and immune health in pigs becomes increasingly vital. In this enlightening episode, Dr. Charlotte Lauridsen delves into nutritional immunology's role in enhancing pig health. From lipid functions to the impact of fatty acids on immune systems, this episode offers invaluable insights for industry professionals seeking to optimize swine well-being and productivity.

    โ€œWhen should we start to manipulate the immune system? It's important to get started early, while the piglet is still suckling the sow.โ€ - Dr. Charlotte Lauridsen

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    (00:00) Highlight(03:23) Introduction(05:23) The immunological challenges in piglets(15:03) The Pig Paradigm Project(31:39) Nutritional strategies as promising alternatives to antibiotics(38:17) Discussion on the implications of pig birth weight and survivability(40:26) Managing oxidative stress and inflammation(49:06) End of the episode

    Meet the guest: Dr. Charlotte Lauridsen, a distinguished Professor at Aarhus University, specializes in Swine Nutritional Immunology. With a Ph.D. in Food Chemistry and a background in Animal Nutrition, she's a leading authority in understanding how diet impacts pig immunity. Dr. Lauridsen's work, particularly in the Pig Paradigm Project, demonstrates her unique blend of academic excellence and practical insights, significantly advancing swine health research.

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • In this episode, our special guest Jay Moore, Director of Environmental Services at New Fashion Pork, takes you on a journey to understand the pivotal role that environmental stewardship plays in livestock farming. This episode is a rich exploration of sustainable practices in the swine industry, covering topics from the transformative use of pig manure as a natural fertilizer to pioneering odor control โ€“ a pressing issue in animal agriculture. Moore also discusses the critical role of carbon sequestration in agriculture and effective strategies for water conservation. This episode is an eye-opener for anyone passionate about marrying swine production with environmental stewardship and highlights the industry's ongoing commitment to innovation and sustainability.

    โ€œWe want to produce and create our livelihood, but there's not a lot of land and we have to take care of it for the next generation. And we do so.โ€ - Jay Moore

    What youโ€™ll learn:

    (00:00) Highlight(01:42) Introduction(05:56) Importance and Use of Pig Manure as Natural Fertilizer(10:56) Odor Control Innovations in Swine Farming(22:24) The Role of Carbon Sequestration in Agriculture(27:52) Water Conservation Strategies in Swine Operations(31:14) Enhancing Swine Farming through Water Quality Management(38:42) End of the episode.

    Meet the guest: As the Director of Environmental Services at New Fashion Pork, Jay Moore brings extensive expertise in environmental health to the forefront of swine industry sustainability. His academic journey includes a Master's and Bachelor's in Environmental Health Science from the University of Oklahoma and East Central University. Moore, who previously managed Environmental Resources at Seaboard Farms, is dedicated to innovating and implementing sustainable practices in the swine industry, ensuring a balance between agriculture and ecological stewardship.

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • The dynamic field of swine production continually benefits from nutritional innovations, which significantly boost animal health and farm profitability. In this episode, Dr. Mark Giesemann, a seasoned expert and Swine Technical Manager at Adisseo, shares his insights on the benefits of incorporating endogenous enzymes in pig feed. He details how these enzymes contribute to reduced mortality rates and outlines methods for enhancing production outcomes through effective feed additive usage.

    โ€œWe can make dramatic improvements in the viability of pigs. We can reduce mortality and morbidity by more than 30%. So you get the sustainability responses and the profitability responses with that.โ€ - Dr. Mark Giesemann

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    (00:00) Highlight(02:24) Introduction(08:35) Endogenous Enzymes(12:18) The Effectiveness of Endogenous Enzymes Across Production Stages(14:04) Reducing Swine Mortality and Morbidity(18:44) Enhancing Profitability in Pig Farms(28:24) Flexibility and Adaptability of Endogenous Enzymes in Different Diets(45:54) End of the episode

    Meet the guest: Dr. Mark Giesemann

    Experience:

    Current: Swine Technical Manager at Adisseo USA

    Background:

    Ph.D., Animal Science/Swine Nutrition (University of Nebraska-Lincoln)M.S., Animal Science/Swine Nutrition (University of Nebraska)B.Sc., Agriculture (University of Tennessee, Knoxville)

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • I'm Dr. Tara Donovan and that's my very first episode as a cohost on The Swine it Podcast Show! Very excited to embark on this journey with you. In this episode, Dr. Erin Cortus, a respected associate professor and extension engineer at the University of Minnesota sheds light on the crucial role of sustainable practices in ensuring the industry's future. Dr. Cortus emphasizes why it's key to make plans that fit each farm and to keep checking and improving them. The episode's key topics include greenhouse gas emissions, the importance of integrating biosecurity in sustainable farming models, and the role of education and communication in promoting sustainability.

    โ€œEvery farm has different goals that they view as keeping them going and maintaining a profitable enterprise with minimal environmental impact into the future.โ€ - Dr. Erin Cortus

    What youโ€™ll learn:

    (00:00) Highlight(03:05) Introduction(06:50) Sustainability in swine production(08:17) The role of monitoring in swine production and sustainability(11:50) Swine industry engagement in sustainability programs(15:58) Balancing greenhouse gas reduction and water quality(18:53) The intersection of biosecurity and sustainability(30:38) End of the episode

    Meet the guest: Dr. Erin Cortus

    Experience:

    Current: Associate Professor and Extension Engineer at University of MinnesotaPast: Associate Professor at South Dakota State University

    Background:

    Ph.D., Agricultural and Bioresource Engineering (University of Saskatchewan)B.Sc., Agricultural and Bioresource Engineering (University of Saskatchewan)

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • In this insightful episode, our guest, Dr. Jim Lowe, delves deep into the fascinating world of agriculture and the rapid technological advancements fuelling the future. He underscores how precision farming has transcended the narrative from traditional methods to the integration of digital tools. Dr. Lowe also talks about how new tools such as sensor technology, camera vision, and data integration can inform better decision-making on pig production. With a profound understanding of agriculture's challenges, he explores innovative solutions from strategic partnerships between academia and industry.

    โ€œTechnology must be good for the pig and make money for the producer. And if a tech doesn't meet that standard, we shouldn't be doing it." - Dr. Jim Lowe

    What youโ€™ll learn:

    (00:00) Highlight(01:58) Introduction(13:00) The importance of accurate measures in livestock farming(18:07) Utilizing mathematical models to achieve optimal production(26:58) The role and challenges of veterinarians in modern farming(33:02) Impact of welfare and technology on productivity(41:13) Discussing outcomes for pigs, producers, and consumers(52:40) End of the episode

    Meet the guest: Dr. Jim Lowe

    Experience:

    Current: Associate Dean and Associate Professor, Online Programs and Extension, College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Illinois

    Background:

    M.S., Epidemiology and Immunology (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign) DVM, Veterinary Medicine (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign)

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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  • In this episode, Ethan delves into the crucial phase following weaning, where nutrition is pivotal for the health and vitality of piglets. He sheds light on the essential task of keeping a balanced gastric pH in nursery pigs to foster optimal growth and development. He emphasizes the significance of recognizing the acid-binding capacity (ABC) in their diets, its direct impact on health, and the careful selection of ingredients that support a low ABC. Moreover, he examines the use of acidifiers and their integral role throughout this process.

    โ€œWe know the gastrointestinal tract doesn't fully develop until a few weeks after weaning. So, I'm focusing on incorporating ingredients and acidifiers into those early nursery diets to try and help reduce the gastric pH and keep a low pH in the stomach of that young pig.โ€ - Ethan Stas

    What youโ€™ll learn:

    (00:00) Highlight(02:07) Introduction(02:50) Acidifying the gut of young nursery pigs(04:05) Understanding the normal pH of a newly weaned pig(05:22) How to measure and formulate acid-binding capacity(06:54) History and future goals of acidifying starter diets in swine nutrition(08:36) Importance of ABC-4 value in pig's gut health programs(10:56) Major hurdles and opportunities in nursery diets and formulations(13:31) Research on low ABC-4 diets with zinc oxide(16:29) The final questions

    Meet the guest: Ethan Stas

    Experience:

    Current: Ph.D. Student at Kansas State University

    Background:

    M.Sc. (Kansas State University)B.Sc., Animal Science (Penn State University)

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    ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ท๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ.

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