Best PRRS Podcasts (2025)

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Genetics against PRRS losses 12:25

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13d ago12:25

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A billion-dollar-plus disease problem demands more than wishful thinking, so we went straight to the genetics that keep pigs alive and growing when pathogens hit. With Dr. Jenelle Dunkelberger of Topigs Norsvin, we unpack the science and the on-farm relevance of breeding for disease resilience—how it’s measured, predicted, and proven in real barns.…

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IPPE 2026: Bigger, busier, even better 14:27

5h ago14:27

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Planning a smart, efficient International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) 2026 starts long before you hit the show floor. We break down the must-see sessions, the most valuable networking spots, and the tools that will help you navigate 665,000 square feet of exhibits and nearly 1,400 companies without missing the moments that matter. We talk w…

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What Parking Can Learn From Law Enforcement with Nick Nicholas 1:10:50

7d ago1:10:50

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Why is parking enforcement often more dangerous than most people realize? In this episode, John and Savana talk with Nick Nicholas about viewing parking through the lens of public safety, policing, and frontline risk. Nick shares insights on why parking enforcement is one of the most under-trained and exposed roles in municipal operations. Nick Nic…

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Intestinal health, immunity and profit in modern dairies 15:37

8d ago15:37

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Milk yield, fertility, and resilience don’t start in the parlor—they start at the intestinal barrier. We sit down with Dr. Elliot Neto, Dairy Technical Service Manager at Kemin North America, to unpack why gut integrity is the hidden driver of modern dairy performance and how a leaky barrier quietly siphons energy, components, and profit. From calv…

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The Squeal_0244: Sow Body Condition: Getting it right at Farrowing 25:43

9d ago25:43

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On this episode of The Squeal, host Isaiah Spath, PIC Wean to Finish Manager, is joined by Brie Quick and Kendall Weger, PIC Technical Services Managers, to discuss what it takes to get sow body condition right at farrowing. From defining the ideal sow condition to understanding how it impacts farrowing performance, piglet viability, and colostrum …

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Episode #83: Reinvesting in Your Operation: Maximizing ROI 19:32

17d ago19:32

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In this episode of the SwineTime podcast, host Dr. Spencer Wayne sits down with Damon Vander Maten, Director of FarmBooks at Pipestone, to dig into one of the biggest questions farm families face: When is the right time to reinvest in your farm assets? Damon brings extensive experience analyzing farm financials,helping producers make sense of balan…

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The Squeal_0243: The Power of One More Pig_ Connecting the dots 25:27

1M ago25:27

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In this final installment of The Power of One More Pig, host Brie Quick, PIC Technical Services Manager, brings back Isaiah Spath, PIC Wean-to-Finish Technical Services Manager, and Kendall Weger, PIC Technical Services Manager, to explore one of the most influential—but often overlooked—drivers of pig performance: communication between the sow far…

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The Human Element in a Tech-Forward Parking Industry with Julie Dixon 1:16:04

1M ago1:16:04

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In this episode, Dani and John sit down with Julie Dixon, Founder and President of Dixon Resources Unlimited, whose 35-year career has taken her from writing tickets on a bike in Isla Vista to becoming one of the most respected voices in municipal parking. Julie shares how enforcement shaped her approach to public safety, the chaos of her first day…

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Pig livability influenced by nursery pig management, feeding practices 12:07

1M ago12:07

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Some ideas feel too simple to matter—until the data proves they move the needle on survival. We sit down with Dr. Jordan Gebhardt from Kansas State University to unpack how feed form, small management choices, and genetics combine to cut nursery removals and mortality. From creep feed strategy to the surprising power of very large pellets, we explo…

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Inside the waterlines: Fixing hidden performance robbers in swine barns 8:26

1M ago8:26

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Think water is the simplest input on a swine farm? We open the waterlines and find a living system that can quietly limit growth, blunt medications, and raise mortality if it goes unmanaged. With Dr. Gabi Doughan from Iowa State University, we connect barn-floor realities to lab-backed strategies that turn “clean enough” water into a performance ad…

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The Squeal_0242: The Power of One More Pig_Managing the Transition After Weaning 35:28

1M ago35:28

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In this episode of The Squeal, host Brie Quick, PIC Technical Services Manager, continues our series The Power of One More Pig—exploring what it takes to help that extra pig thrive after leaving the farrowing room. Brie is joined by Isaiah Spath, PIC Wean-to-Finish Technical Services Manager, and Kendall Weger, PIC Technical Services Manager, to di…

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Episode #82: Barn to Buyer - What Drives Weaned Pig Value 27:30

2M ago27:30

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In this episode, Dr. Spencer Wayne sits down with Hayden Kerkaert, Director of Pig Sales & Marketing for Pipestone Management, to break down the current weaned pig market and what it means for producers across the country. Hayden shares practical insights on what drives pig value, pricing,and performance. The weaned pig market has stayed strong lon…

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Inside the rumen: Phages, feed and future dairy nutrition 16:59

2M ago16:59

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Want to see how tiny viruses could reshape dairy nutrition? We sit down with Dr. Hugo Monteiro of the University of California-Davis to explore the unseen forces inside the rumen and how they tie directly to feed efficiency, milk production, and methane reduction. His work connects residual feed intake (RFI), microbial ecology, and host genetics in…

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From field to feed bunk: The HarvXtra Alfalfa advantage 10:06

2M ago10:06

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Weather rarely cooperates, cows never take a day off, and forage quality used to hinge on a calendar. We sit down with Phil Bollman, National Sales and Marketing Director at Forage Genetics International, to unpack how lower‑lignin alfalfa flips the script on the old quality‑versus‑tonnage compromise and gives dairy producers real control over dige…

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The Squeal_0241: The Power of One More Pig_Maximizing Piglet Performance 28:51

2M ago28:51

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In this first episode of The Power of One More Pig series, host Isaiah Spath, PIC Wean-to-Finish Manager, is joined by Kendall Weger and Brie Quick, both PIC Technical Services Managers, to discuss how producers can get the most out of every piglet born. Together, they explore practical strategies to maximize piglet performance—from cross-fostering…

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Inside U.S. dairy: Immigration, trade, MAHA and the Farm Bill 12:18

2M ago12:18

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A skilled, year-round workforce, volatile trade winds, and a surprising turn in nutrition policy: that’s the terrain U.S. dairy is navigating right now. We sit down with Gregg Doud, CEO of the National Milk Producers Federation and former U.S. ag negotiator, to map the levers that actually move the needle—from immigration reform that reflects 365‑d…

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How a Bartender Became a Parking Industry Leader: Kasey Wiles 1:04:37

2M ago1:04:37

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In this episode, Dani and John speak with Kasey Wiles, General Manager at Flash, whose journey from restaurant management to parking leadership is nothing short of remarkable. Kasey shares how mentorship, humility, and a willingness to ask for help shaped her rise through the parking industry. The discussion touches on everything from the nuances o…

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The Squeal_0240: The Price of PRRS: Economic Toll and Genetic Breakthrough_Part 2 29:33

2M ago29:33

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Episode #81: Learning to Leading: The Value of Internships 29:55

3M ago29:55

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In this episode of the SwineTime podcast, host and veterinarian Dr. Spencer Wayne sits down with fellow veterinarian, Dr. Rachel Stika-Jensen and veterinary intern, Emma Zwart, to take a closer look at what it’s really like to participate in a veterinary internship within the swine industry. Together, they share practical insights for students, par…

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Human influenza spillover elimination is simple way to cut disease risks (updated audio) 14:31

3M ago14:31

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One sneeze at the barn door can ripple through an entire system. We sit down with Dr. Emily McDowell of Pipestone Veterinary Services to dig into one of the most fixable pathway in swine respiratory disease: human influenza spilling over into pigs. Rather than chasing every virus already circulating in herds, we focus on the front door—how people, …

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How Joel Christensen Is Changing Parking with Purpose 1:28:49

3M ago1:28:49

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How can parking companies scale without losing their culture? Also, what lessons can operators learn from Parkwell’s growth story? In this episode, Dani and John talk with Joel Christensen about candid insights on culture, technology, enforcement, and the future of mobility. Joel’s story highlights the power of risk-taking, values-driven leadership…

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The Squeal_0239: The Price of PRRS: Economic Toll and the Genetic Breakthrough_Part 1 43:32

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In this first episode of The Price of PRRS series, host Dr. Lindsay Case, PIC Technical Director of Product Sustainability, is joined by Dr. Perry Harms, PIC Health Assurance Global Director, and Dr. Derald Holtkamp, Professor in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University, to explore the economic burden of one of the most costly di…

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HarvXtra Alfalfa: Rewriting the rules of quality and yield 12:12

3M ago12:12

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The age-old compromise between quality and yield in alfalfa production has frustrated dairy farmers for generations. Harvest too early and you sacrifice yield; harvest too late, and quality suffers, requiring expensive supplements for high-producing dairy cows. This dilemma has pushed farmers toward increasingly frequent cutting schedules just to m…

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Episode #80: The PRRS Puzzle: New Classification to See the Bigger Picture 36:01

3M ago36:01

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In this episode of the SwineTime podcast, host and swine veterinarian, Dr. Spencer Wayne, is joined by Dr. Kim VanderWaal from the University of Minnesota to tackle a complex but critical topic for pig farmers: PRRS virus classification. Dr. VanderWaal is an associate professor in Veterinary Population Medicine with expertise in swine disease ecolo…

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Breaking barriers: Revolutionizing agricultural technology adoption 20:56

3M ago20:56

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Trust lies at the heart of agricultural innovation's greatest challenge. While technology has transformed countless industries, many promising agricultural technologies hit a wall at the farm gate. Why? Because farmers and ranchers need more than just promises – they need evidence, support, and validation from trusted sources. Land O'Lakes has laun…

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The Squeal_0238: Cold-Weather Checklist: Barn Preparation_Part 2 30:13

3M ago30:13

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When cold weather hits, it's natural to want to tighten up barns to hold in as much heat as possible. But cutting back too far on ventilation can create problems that are just as harmful as the cold itself. In this second episode of our Cold Weather Preparation series, host Isaiah Spath, PIC Technical Services Manager, is joined by Nat Stas, PIC We…

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Episode 47: Formaldehyde-based feed sanitizers in sow feed 12:13

3M ago12:13

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In the podcast, Swine Extension Educator Sarah Schieck Boelke speaks with Sara Williams, who recently completed her master's of science degree in Animal Science with an emphasis in Swine Nutrition from the University of Minnesota's Department of Animal Science. Sara’s MS research involved formaldehyde-based feed sanitizers in sow feed to reduce pat…

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MANRRS: Building lifetime connections, careers in agriculture 12:37

3M ago12:37

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Agriculture needs new voices and perspectives, but how do you attract talented individuals who've never considered careers in the field? Ryan Locke, National President of MANRRS (Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences), offers a compelling answer in this eye-opening conversation from this week's Husker Harvest Days in Gra…

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Battling mortality: The pig livability project 18:58

4M ago18:58

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Facing the stark reality that roughly one-third of all pigs in commercial production never make it to market, the swine industry has mobilized an unprecedented collaborative effort to tackle mortality head-on. The Improving Pig Survivability Project represents a groundbreaking partnership between academic institutions and commercial producers, fund…

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From Motorsports to Parking Innovation with Gustavo Menezes 1:28:34

4M ago1:28:34

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What lessons can you learn from the world of race car driving that apply to business generally and parking specifically? In this episode, Dani and John speak with Gustavo Menezes about his incredible journey from growing up in parking lots to competing—and winning—at Le Mans, before returning to innovate in the family business. Gustavo Menezes is a…

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The Squeal_0237: Cold-Weather Checklist: Barn Preparation_Part 1 25:45

4M ago25:45

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As temperatures begin to drop, making sure barns are ready for winter is critical to maintaining pig comfort and performance. In the first episode of the Cold Weather Preparation series on The Squeal, host Isaiah Spath, PIC Wean-to-Finish Technical Services Manager, sits down with Nat Stas, PIC Wean-to-Finish Director, and Curtis Possberg, Senior P…

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Exploring Truck Parking and Freight Logistics with Zach Souder 1:21:17

4M ago1:21:17

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How can parking technology principles apply to freight logistics? In this episode, Dani and John speak with Zach Souder about freight logistics, leadership, team-building, and why curiosity and culture drive innovation. From parking garages to trucking yards, this conversation highlights how lessons from one industry can reshape another. Zach Soude…

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Episode #79: Driving Progress Through Research 23:29

4M ago23:29

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In this episode of the SwineTime Podcast, host Dr. Spencer Wayne talks with Paul Frahm, Director of Research Operations, about how research can help pig farmers make practical, informed decisions on their farms. Paul shares his background in the swine industry, starting in sow barns in Iowa before moving into research more than a decade ago. Today,…

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The Squeal_0236: Maximizing Breeding Efficiency: Understanding CAI and PCAI 32:49

4M ago32:49

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In this episode, we break down two key artificial insemination techniques — Conventional AI (CAI) and Post-Cervical AI (PCAI) — and explore how each can impact productivity, labor efficiency, and reproductive success. Jorge Cajamarca (PIC Technical Services Sr. Specialist), Bruno Cortes Espejo (Supervisor, Farm Operations), and Dr. Brad Didion (PIC…

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Vaccination debate: Protecting poultry from the bird flu 26:12

5M ago26:12

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Avian influenza has hit Hickman's Family Farm in Arizona, wiping out 6 million egg-laying hens and forcing hundreds of layoffs. But as Glenn Hickman and veterinarian Dr. Kay Russo reveal, this devastating loss might have been preventable. The current H5N1 virus has evolved in an unprecedented way, jumping from birds to dairy cattle and even back to…

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Feed milling dynamics: What should we monitor and what can we improve? 25:08

5M ago25:08

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Feed milling dynamics might not sound like the most thrilling topic at first glance, but as Shawn Bradshaw of Adisseo reveals, it's at the heart of animal agriculture's future. What truly defines success in feed manufacturing? Bradshaw takes us beyond the obvious metrics of quality and consistency to explore the multifaceted nature of operational e…

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The Squeal_0235:The Road to PRRS-resistance 29:14

5M ago29:14

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In this episode of The Squeal, we reflect on the critical role farm teams played in achieving FDA approval of the gene edit used to breed PRRS-resistant pigs. From rigorous data collection to enhanced biosecurity protocols, the journey required years of dedication and precision. Throughout the process, pigs were raised just like any other—managed w…

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The invisible shield: Rethinking biosecurity through air quality 19:59

5M ago19:59

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Could something as seemingly simple as air quality management cut your PRRS outbreak risk in half? The latest research suggests exactly that – and it's changing how producers think about biosecurity investments. A groundbreaking study from the University of Minnesota has revealed that properly implemented air filtration systems reduce PRRS outbreak…

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Beating the summer carcass weight dip: Strategies with soybean meal 10:39

6M ago10:39

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Every summer, pig farmers face a frustrating reality: heat stress causes carcass weights to drop by 8-10 pounds precisely when market prices peak. But what if you could capture those lost pounds and the profits they represent? Dr. David Rosero of Iowa State University and Dr. Bart Borg of Passel Farms reveal game-changing strategies to combat the s…

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Insider Perspectives on Parking: Two Todds Talk Tech and Grit 1:17:45

6M ago1:17:45

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In the parking industry, how can young professionals stand out and grow? This episode features a special guest host, Todd Tucker, joining John Conway to interview Todd Rosen, Senior Vice President at LAZ Parking. They delve into Rosen's 20-year career in the parking industry, his journey from a valet to a senior leader, and the people-first culture…

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The Squeal_0234:Summer Feeding Strategies for Lactating Sows_Part 2 20:27

6M ago20:27

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In Part 2 of our summer feeding series, host Brie Quick (PIC Technical Services Manager) returns with Dr. Lori Kociemba (PIC Technical Services Manager) and Jordi Camp (European Nutritionist Manager) to dive deeper into strategies for keeping sows productive and comfortable during the heat of the season. This episode focuses on real-world adjustmen…

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Episode 46: PRRS virus Classification 34:48

6M ago34:48

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In the podcast, Swine Extension Educator Sarah Schieck Boelke speaks with Drs. Kim VanderWaal and Igor Paploski about PRRS virus Classification. Both are faculty members in the University of Minnesota Veterinary Population Medicine department. PRRS virus Classification is basically naming of the PRRS virus according to the genetic sequencing of the…

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Digital bridges: When technology strengthens human connections in agriculture 19:56

6M ago19:56

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The agricultural landscape is evolving rapidly, and artificial intelligence (AI) stands at the forefront of this transformation. Jacqui Fatka, farm supply and biofuels economist with CoBank, takes us on a comprehensive journey through AI's emerging role in agricultural retail and farm supply cooperatives. Far from threatening the traditional relati…

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The Squeal_0233: Summer Feeding Strategies for Lactating Sows_Part 1 18:40

6M ago18:40

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As temperatures rise, so do the challenges of keeping lactating sows eating, healthy, and productive. In this episode of The Squeal, our nutrition and production experts dive into practical summer feeding strategies to combat heat stress and maintain sow performance. Our host, Brie Quick (PIC Technical Services Manager) leads the conversation with …

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Episode #78: What Happens When Feed Is Left Over? 28:19

6M ago28:19

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What happens when you’ve got feed left in the bin after the pigs leave the barn? In this episode, Dr. Spencer Wayne is joined by experts Emily Radcliffe of Pipestone Nutrition and Kim Morgan with FarmPro, to talk through practical options—and potential pitfalls—of handling leftover feed. From when it’s safe to blend feed for the next group to when …

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The hidden truth about cows in our food system 11:51

6M ago11:51

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A Super Bowl commercial extolling "a world without cows" became the final straw for Alltech, spurring them to commission a documentary that would tell the real story of global animal agriculture. What emerged after three and a half years of investigation across 40 locations worldwide is a compelling narrative that's changing minds—even among non-ag…

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Advancing global livestock solutions: Phibro's portfolio growth 7:23

7M ago7:23

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Phibro Animal Health made a landmark move in the animal health industry with its recent acquisition of the medicated feed additive product portfolio and certain water-soluble products from Zoetis, Inc. This pivotal expansion marks a significant advancement in fulfilling the company's mission of optimizing global animal health for a more sustainable…

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The Squeal_0232: Biosecurity Breakdown: Controlling Fomites and External Threats_Part 2 18:19

7M ago18:19

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In Part 2 of our biosecurity series on controlling fomites and external threats, we move from identifying risks to implementing solutions. Our expert guests return to share real-world examples of how farms are successfully managing external threats and reducing the risk of disease introduction. From enhanced sanitation protocols to controlled acces…

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Beyond climate debate: Finding cows that do more with less 24:00

7M ago24:00

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A collaboration between the Angus Foundation and the Bezos Earth Fund and Global Methane Fund has sparked passionate debate throughout the cattle industry. At its heart lies a $4.85 million research grant focused on exploring genetic differences in methane production among cattle—but as we discover, this project represents far more than environment…

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Peer Power: Why Tech Leaders Need Each Other with Scott Smeester 1:30:15

7M ago1:30:15

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In this episode, John and Dani welcome tech leader and entrepreneur Scott Smeester to explore the importance of trusted insight and peer support among chief information officers (CIOs) and chief technology officers (CTOs). Scott shares how his mastermind group helps tech executives move beyond isolation and grow as strategic business leaders. From …