#87 - Precision feeding: an alternative to mitigate environmental impacts? by Berta Llorens

Oct 12, 2023

Today's episode spotlights the current advancements in precision feeding and explores its powerful ripple effects on our environment. In this deep dive, Berta Llorens brings to the table expert knowledge in agricultural engineering and advanced animal nutrition. Her research at present zeroes in predominantly on precision feeding's potential key role in alleviating the detrimental environmental impact of swine production. The discussion uncovers the key players in the environmental impact equation of pig farming, most notably, the significant gas emissions.

 

Meet the guest

Berta Llorens, M.Sc.

Experience

      ○   Research Assistant at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Background

      ○   Ph.D. Student, Animal Sciences (Université Laval)

      ○   M.Sc., Nutrición animal (Universidad de Zaragoza)

      ○   Engineer's degree, Agricultura, actividades agrícolas y actividades afines (Universitat de Lleida)

 

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