Since the covid pandemic began, producers have seen the price of swine feed ingredients increase. With this increased cost, it is important that we research ways that we can save money on feed. In today’s talk, Dr. Trey Kellner discusses the results of a trial run at AMVC evaluating different feeding levels during the sow’s wean-to-estrus period to see if there are any differences in the sow’s reproductive potential when the amount of feed is reduced. Take a short break to hear these interesting...
Technology has advanced considerably over the years, but implementing technological advancements into our swine farms is not always as simple as it sounds. Training staff to effectively integrate this technology can be difficult and if not done properly can result in more work for little improvement. Matthew Rooda addresses this reality in this episode discussing some of these issues producers face and identifying some opportunities to empower employees and improve data and efficiency.
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Welcome back - As the danger of ASF looms over our heads, it’s important that we have a gameplan for it if gets into the US. In today’s talk with Clayton Chastain, Dr. Cassie Jones discusses the results of a study that tests the effectiveness of flushing ASF out of the lines of a feed mill if the feed mill ever made a batch of ASF positive feed. Could this help reduce the spread of ASF in feed? Listen to this short podcast to find out!
Dr. Cassie Jones is a Professor at Kansas State Univ...
A successful swine operation is not only determined by who has the best quality pigs, but rather by who can achieve the highest profit per pig while also having the lowest input cost. In today’s talk, Dr. Bob Kemp discusses his research and methods to try and improve meat quality in pigs while also trying to maintain low input costs.
What you will learn:
1. Latest updates in genetic improvement
2. Achieving both low production costs & high meat quality
3. Carcass and meat quality prog...
Welcome to our first episode of the Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast! In this episode, your host Clayton Chastain talks with Ph.D. candidate Spenser Becker about 2 studies she performed at Iowa State University. The studies investigated the effects of different linoleic acid:linolenic acid ratios, energy levels, and linoleic acid levels in the diet on growth performance, inflammation, and joint health in pigs. Come take 10 minutes out of your day to learn about the results of these interesting ...
Hey there - The United States has done a great job at keeping ASF out of its borders. However, more countries are now becoming affected by the virus and these countries keep getting closer to the US border. Today Dr. Lisa Becton identifies key points of risk of infection and discusses ways everyone can help prevent foreign animal disease spread
What you will learn:
1. What is the new platform EpiX from National Pork Board
2. Assessing the risks of ASF introduction
3. Identifying ke...
Sow longevity has been an issue the industry has tried to improve over the last several decades with not a lot of success. With the high turnover rate of sows, we need a steady influx of replacement gilts to maintain production goals. Today, Dr. Benny Mote talks with Dr. Greiner about different methods of identifying the best replacement gilts, and new technologies that can help us get the most out of the replacement gilts we have available.
What you will learn:
1. Changes or stan...