PigX

Ideas in the swine industry worth sharing. Join extension specialists and swine industry experts as they engage in conversations aimed to help producers succeed in raising healthy pigs. PigX is a national podcast hosted by the Iowa Pork Industry Center at Iowa State University. Find out more about the research at https://piglivability.org/Check out the latest recordings from the 2021 Swine Survivability Conference!

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Episodes 82

Season 7, Episode 3: Turning Biosecurity Plans Into Action
27d ago
Biosecurity remains one of the most important tools for protecting livestock health, but success depends on more than having a written plan. It requires clear communication, consistent training and a team that understands how to put protocols into practice every day. As disease threats continue to evolve and some pathogens become more infectious, effective on-farm biosecurity is more important than ever. In this episode, Dr. Josh Flohr, assistant professor at Kansas State University, discusses the gap between biosecurity policies on paper and their day-to-day execution on the farm. He shares i
Season 7, Episode 2: From Data to Decisions in Swine Production
1mo ago
Data can provide a clear picture of trends and performance across a swine farm, but its greatest value comes from putting those insights into action. In this episode, Dr. Edison Magalhães, assistant professor in the department of animal science at Iowa State University, discusses how producers can leverage data to make informed decisions that improve herd performance from birth to market. He highlights the challenges of siloed data across different teams, the impact those gaps can have on performance and the importance of integrating data to gain a more complete picture of herd health and prod
Season 7, Episode 1: Managing Risk and Seeing Opportunities in U.S. Pork Production
3mo ago
Today’s episode features three guests discussing the similarities and differences between pork production in the United States and Brazil, along with strategies for managing risk in today’s industry while recognizing and acting on opportunities. First, Dr. Anne Caroline de Lara, executive manager of live pig production at Seara Alimentos, a JBS company in Brazil, is joined by Dr. Matthew Turner, head of operations for JBS Live Pork. Together, they discuss how labor, climate and ventilation challenges vary between Brazil and the United States, while underscoring their shared commitment to raisi
Season 6, Episode 12: Veterinarians’ Perspectives on Managing Swine Herd Health Across All Phases
3mo ago
Identifying challenges in swine production and turning them into solutions through research and team development is the focus of this episode. Dr. Christine Mainquist-Whigham of Pillen Family Farms and DNA Genetics shares insights on herd health, biosecurity and trial work to improve pig performance. She also discusses her team’s research philosophy, how they evaluate rate of investment and how they gather feedback from employees to address challenges and maintain herd health across all phases of production. Dr. Carlos Roudergue of Country View Family Farms discusses the growing complexity of
Season 6, Episode 11: Success Found in Open Gestation Systems and Swine Technology
4mo ago
Regulations like Proposition 12 and evolving technologies continue to impact swine production. In this episode, Hyatt Frobose, North America commercial director of JYGA Technologies Inc., discusses what success looks like in open gestation systems and shares producer insights on swine health, management and adoption of new technologies by farm teams. Fred Kuhr, in his 48th year of swine production, also joins the episode as director of production at Dykhuis Farms, a 17,000-sow farrow-to-finish operation. He shares how technology is being used on the farm today, including the role smartphones p
Season 6, Episode 10: Defining Resiliency and the Research Driving Swine Health Forward
6mo ago
Genetic research and new technologies continue to influence the future of swine health and production efficiency. In this episode, we explore how research and technology are being used to support stronger, more resilient pigs, while also improving overall production outcomes. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Jenelle Dunkelberger, geneticist with Topigs Norsvin, to discuss both routine and emerging strategies for improving piglet, pig, and sow livability. She outlines two primary approaches to enhancing resiliency: gene editing and traditional selective breeding. Continuing the resiliency
Season 6, Episode 9: Swine Mortality Trends, Insights From U.S. and Global Data
6mo ago
This episode dives into swine mortality trends, sharing both U.S. and international data to understand the scope of pig survivability challenges. Rachel Johnson, technical account and production support lead at MetaFarms and Dr. Derald Holtkamp, professor at Iowa State University, join the podcast highlighting factors influencing mortality, including market pig prices, feed, productivity, and disease pressures. Over the past 40 years, pig-raising practices have evolved, and the episode discusses what these changes mean for productivity and opportunities for industry growth.
Season 6, Episode 8: National Swine Health Strategy Coming Soon
7mo ago
Pork producers say herd health is essential to the long-term success of the industry, and that message is driving the National Swine Health Strategy, a comprehensive plan set to be finalized this spring. Dr. Meredith Behr Petersen, director of swine health at the National Pork Board, outlines the timeline leading up to the plan’s final approval set for this spring and the steps involved in identifying producer priorities. She also explains how producers and the broader industry can align around the strategy to strengthen herd health and profitability. Learn more about the National Swine Health
Season 6, Episode 7: Takeaways from the Second International Conference on Pig Livability
9mo ago
This year’s conference fostered open, engaging conversations around current research in the swine industry, bringing together hundreds of attendees from 31 states and six countries. Two leaders who helped organize the event joined today’s episode: Dr. Joel DeRouchey, professor and swine extension specialist in the Department of Animal Sciences and Industry at Kansas State University, and Dr. Edison Magalhaes, assistant professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at Iowa State University. They share key takeaways from the conference, including the importance of integrating data when evaluati
Season 6, Episode 6: The Science Behind Sudden Sow Deaths
10mo ago
Recent necropsies have revealed new insights into unexplained sow deaths, helping producers better understand the causes behind these losses. A recent study led by Laura Solis, a graduate student at Iowa State University, examined why these deaths occur, many around farrowing. In some cases, animals were sent to the lab for further analysis, as discussed by Dr. Marcelo Almeida, assistant professor in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University. The episode also features Dr. Chris Rademacher, clinical professor and swine extension veterinarian as well as associate director of th
Season 6, Episode 5: Filtration Strategies for Barn Biosecurity
10mo ago
How do pressure barn systems work, and is negative or positive pressure the right choice? In this episode, Dr. Brett Ramirez, associate professor at Iowa State University, breaks down the essentials of barn filtration and its role in biosecurity. He shares how the industry has evolved, practical ways barns can be modified to improve filtration without sacrificing efficiency and tips for troubleshooting common challenges. Dr. Ramirez also emphasizes the importance of building the right team when approaching filtration projects. You can also watch his full presentation from this year’s Iowa Swin
Season 6, Episode 4: Technology in the Swine Industry
11mo ago
New equipment alone won’t solve every challenge in swine production. The real value comes when technologies and systems work together to improve efficiency. In this episode, three guests share their perspectives on how to make technology work smarter, not harder, and what producers should consider when making future decisions.First, Erin Brenneman and Jeremy Robertson of Brenneman Pork discuss the complexities of integrating different technologies, opportunities for overlapping data, and how success ultimately comes down to three essentials: air, water, and feed. You can also watch their full
Season 6, Episode 3: Manure Handling Connections Between PRRSV and PEDV
1y ago
Biosecurity is vital to any swine operation, and manure handling can pose serious potential risks. Research from Ana Paula Serafini Poeta Silva, a research scientist from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University, studied the association between manure management practices and disease outbreaks, Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus (PRRSV) and Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus (PEDV). On today’s episode, she highlights the analysis on improving pumping procedures and which disease showed a stronger association in wean-to-market pigs. Learn more about the research
Season 6, Episode 2: Functional Teat Count and Its Impact on Swine Performance
1y ago
Abigail Jenkins noticed a challenge in the swine industry and researched it — more piglets are being born than there are functional teats to support them. As a graduate research assistant at Kansas State University, she studied how litter size, relative to functional teat count, impacts lactating sows and litter performance. In this July episode of the PigX Podcast, Abigail Jenkins is joined by Dr. Joel DeRouchey to discuss the importance of this research and what insights it offers for the swine industry.
Season 6, Episode 1: The Pig Livability Project: Past, Present and Future
1y ago
We are kicking off a new season of the PigX Podcast discussing the history of the Pig Livability Project, the current efforts and resources used to share information with the swine industry and how the project is continuing in the months ahead. Joining us on this episode are Dr. David Rosero, assistant professor at Iowa State University, and Dr. Joel DeRouchey, professor and state extension leader at Kansas State University. They will also highlight the upcoming Second International Conference on Pig Livability, taking place on November 5–6 in Omaha, Nebraska. For more details about the confer
Season 5, Episode 11: New Split Suckling Research Reveals Surprises
1y ago
A recent research collaboration between a university and a commercial farm studied 1,500 sows and 22,000 piglets and discovered unexpected findings about the common practice of split suckling. Their research found that this long-standing practice might not be benefiting piglets on day one as much as producers previously thought. Discussing the research are Mikayla Spinler, a graduate research assistant at Kansas State University, and Ashley Hartman, a research coordinator at Pillen Family Farms and DNA Genetics. The two discuss how the research was chosen, conducted and next steps on today’s e
Niche Production Mini-Series, Episode 4: Direct Marketing in Swine
1y ago
The final episode of this month’s special niche production series on the PigX Podcast explores how small-scale producers can take advantage of direct marketing opportunities. Dr. Colt Knight, state livestock specialist at the University of Maine, shares how producers can successfully market and sell their meat directly to consumers. These strategies are not only helpful for pork producers, but they are relevant to anyone with an entrepreneurial mindset. This episode highlights many considerations for building a supportive community, boosting sales and how embracing creativity can make a big im
Niche Production Mini-Series, Episode 3: Understanding the Importance of Protein in Pigs
1y ago
This week’s third episode of this month’s special mini-series focused on niche production, we are focusing on the importance of protein in swine nutrition. This week, we hear from Dr. Laura Greiner, director of the Iowa Pork Industry Center and an associate professor of animal science at Iowa State University. Dr. Greiner shares insights from her research, discusses the reasons behind variations in protein levels and breaks down key nutritional concepts, acknowledging that swine nutrition can sometimes be confusing for producers.
Niche Production Mini-Series, Episode 2: Energy vs Fiber, Does Form Matter?
1y ago
Episode two of our four-part special series this month features a thoughtful conversation on whether form matters when comparing energy and fiber. We also explore alternative swine production systems, including what our guest believes to be the only certified organic swine facility in the nation. Dr. Lee Johnston, professor of swine nutrition and management at the University of Minnesota, dives into topics like energy sources, ingredient density and how hay can play a role in a producer’s operation.
Niche Production Mini-Series, Episode 1: Investigating Gaps Small Producers Have in Resources
1y ago
Kicking off our four-part special series this month, we delve into the results of a recent survey and focus group from the World Pork Expo, highlighting opportunities to expand education for pork producers and veterinarians. Joining us is Casey Zangaro, a Swine Production Extension Educator from Michigan State University. Tune in to learn where the biggest educational gaps are, what resources are currently available and how a National Pork Board grant is helping to bridge those gaps.
Season 5, Episode 10: The Value and Importance of Market Haul Sanitation
1y ago
This month on the PigX Podcast, we explore the research and insights from two producers on the advantages of maintaining clean market hauling equipment, including the financial considerations. Beyond the overall benefits to swine health, we discuss best practices implemented by these companies and the country of Denmark, strategies for introducing the proposition and methods for measuring the return on investment, in addition to much more. Joining us in today’s episode are Dr. Edison Magalhaes, assistant professor at Iowa State University, Dr. Pete Thomas, director of health services at Iowa S
Season 5, Episode 9: Utilizing on Farm Data to Determine Herd Health Status
1y ago
In this month’s PigX episode, we look into research to identify the health status of pigs - especially for PRRS – utilizing key performance indicators. Researchers have developed a formula to help detect diseases earlier, offering a tool that facilitates faster and potentially more cost-effective data analysis compared to investing in additional farm technologies. Joining us from Iowa State University are Drs. Gustavo Silva, an assistant professor in Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine, and Mafalda Mil-Homens, a PhD student and veterinarian. They share insights from their glob
Season 5, Episode 8: Technology Insights and Considerations for Producers
1y ago
This month on the PigX Podcast, we dive into key considerations for adopting technology in managing livestock. From research insights to practical applications, we explore how technology can enhance farm operations. Our guest, Dr. Isabella Condotta, an assistant professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, shares her expertise on the intersection of technology and livestock management. While many farms have begun integrating these tools, others are still weighing their options. Tune in to this episode for insights to help you make informed decisions about implementing and maint
Season 5, Episode 7: Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) - Understanding the Problem and Solutions for Producers and Breeders
1y ago
In this episode of the PigX Podcast, we hear the specifics of POP and discuss actionable ways breeders and producers can take to mitigate the condition. The conversation dives into how nutrition, management and other contributing factors can play part of the solution in addition to research contributions. Joining us are Dr. Jenelle Dunkelberger, a geneticist with Topigs Norsvin, and Dr. Jack Dekkers, a distinguished professor of animal breeding and genetics at Iowa State University. Additionally, we highlight research contributions from Ph.D. student Vishesh Bhatia, shedding light on the lates
Season 5, Episode 6: Newly Built National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) Aims to Protect U.S. Farms from Diseases
1y ago
NBAF, located in Manhattan, Kansas, succeeds the Plum Island Animal Disease Center in New York, which has been a cornerstone in protecting American agriculture. In this episode, we explore how the facility is set to enhance the nation’s biosecurity and unique additions to make a positive impact on the swine industry. We’ll hear from key stakeholders who played a role in bringing NBAF to the Midwest, including Dr. Chad Mire, research leader for foreign arthropod-borne animal disease research unit with the Agricultural Research Service, and Dr. Robin Holland, the director of the foreign animal d

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Episodes 82

Season 7, Episode 3: Turning Biosecurity Plans Into Action

Season 7, Episode 2: From Data to Decisions in Swine Production

Season 7, Episode 1: Managing Risk and Seeing Opportunities in U.S. Pork Production

Season 6, Episode 12: Veterinarians’ Perspectives on Managing Swine Herd Health Across All Phases

Season 6, Episode 11: Success Found in Open Gestation Systems and Swine Technology

Season 6, Episode 10: Defining Resiliency and the Research Driving Swine Health Forward

Season 6, Episode 9: Swine Mortality Trends, Insights From U.S. and Global Data

Season 6, Episode 8: National Swine Health Strategy Coming Soon

Season 6, Episode 7: Takeaways from the Second International Conference on Pig Livability

Season 6, Episode 6: The Science Behind Sudden Sow Deaths

Season 6, Episode 5: Filtration Strategies for Barn Biosecurity

Season 6, Episode 4: Technology in the Swine Industry

Season 6, Episode 3: Manure Handling Connections Between PRRSV and PEDV

Season 6, Episode 2: Functional Teat Count and Its Impact on Swine Performance

Season 6, Episode 1: The Pig Livability Project: Past, Present and Future

Season 5, Episode 11: New Split Suckling Research Reveals Surprises

Niche Production Mini-Series, Episode 4: Direct Marketing in Swine

Niche Production Mini-Series, Episode 3: Understanding the Importance of Protein in Pigs

Niche Production Mini-Series, Episode 2: Energy vs Fiber, Does Form Matter?

Niche Production Mini-Series, Episode 1: Investigating Gaps Small Producers Have in Resources

Season 5, Episode 10: The Value and Importance of Market Haul Sanitation

Season 5, Episode 9: Utilizing on Farm Data to Determine Herd Health Status

Season 5, Episode 8: Technology Insights and Considerations for Producers

Season 5, Episode 7: Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) - Understanding the Problem and Solutions for Producers and Breeders

Season 5, Episode 6: Newly Built National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) Aims to Protect U.S. Farms from Diseases

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Episodes 82

Season 7, Episode 3: Turning Biosecurity Plans Into Action

Season 7, Episode 2: From Data to Decisions in Swine Production

Season 7, Episode 1: Managing Risk and Seeing Opportunities in U.S. Pork Production

Season 6, Episode 12: Veterinarians’ Perspectives on Managing Swine Herd Health Across All Phases

Season 6, Episode 11: Success Found in Open Gestation Systems and Swine Technology

Season 6, Episode 10: Defining Resiliency and the Research Driving Swine Health Forward

Season 6, Episode 9: Swine Mortality Trends, Insights From U.S. and Global Data

Season 6, Episode 8: National Swine Health Strategy Coming Soon

Season 6, Episode 7: Takeaways from the Second International Conference on Pig Livability

Season 6, Episode 6: The Science Behind Sudden Sow Deaths

Season 6, Episode 5: Filtration Strategies for Barn Biosecurity

Season 6, Episode 4: Technology in the Swine Industry

Season 6, Episode 3: Manure Handling Connections Between PRRSV and PEDV

Season 6, Episode 2: Functional Teat Count and Its Impact on Swine Performance

Season 6, Episode 1: The Pig Livability Project: Past, Present and Future

Season 5, Episode 11: New Split Suckling Research Reveals Surprises

Niche Production Mini-Series, Episode 4: Direct Marketing in Swine

Niche Production Mini-Series, Episode 3: Understanding the Importance of Protein in Pigs

Niche Production Mini-Series, Episode 2: Energy vs Fiber, Does Form Matter?

Niche Production Mini-Series, Episode 1: Investigating Gaps Small Producers Have in Resources

Season 5, Episode 10: The Value and Importance of Market Haul Sanitation

Season 5, Episode 9: Utilizing on Farm Data to Determine Herd Health Status

Season 5, Episode 8: Technology Insights and Considerations for Producers

Season 5, Episode 7: Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) - Understanding the Problem and Solutions for Producers and Breeders

Season 5, Episode 6: Newly Built National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) Aims to Protect U.S. Farms from Diseases

Podcast 森辺一樹のグローバル・マーケティング〜すべてはアジアで売るために〜