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Matthew Schutte discusses some of the problems we face with foam in the pits and how to solve them. Some weeks after controlling the foam, we have to reinoculate the pit. Matthew says that the goal of reinoculation is to add beneficial microbes to the pit in order to help digest the solids and prevent issues like solids encrusting. *Watch the full episode: https://www.swinecampus.com/blog --------...

Matthew Schutte discusses the proper application of substances like monensin to control foam in manure pits. He notes that it is best to spread the substance out evenly throughout the pit, rather than applying it in a single spot. He also talks about safety and notes that some producers may choose to use the substance in every pit as a precaution. To understand the use of these substances, come wa...

Do you know what really happens in the pits? Matthew Schutte explains it. In this episode, he discusses the factors that contribute to the formation of foam in manure pits. Matthew highlights that three factors must be present in order to have stable foam that continues to grow: gas production, bacterial fibers to hold the foam together, and a way to stabilize the foam. He emphasizes that any one...

Once you identify foam on your pits, what should you do? Matthew Schutte discusses the options for controlling methane foam. He talks about a study conducted by the University of Minnesota where the use of monensin sodium was shown to be effective in controlling methane production in animals. He also discusses other possibilities. To learn more about that, watch the complete episode! *Watch the fu...

Matthew Schutte talks about the different types of foaming. One of them is methane-based foam. This type of foam is caused by microbial activity that produces large amounts of methane gas, which becomes trapped in the foam. It can become a safety hazard, as the foam can compromise ventilation and get very high. *Watch the full episode: https://www.swinecampus.com/blog ------------- The Swine it Po...

In this episode, Matthew Schutte discusses the sources of foam. He says that the foam can be caused by the release of gas, such as carbon dioxide, that is dissolved in the liquid manure. The foam can be also caused by gasses being trapped in the manure, resulting in a significant loss of volume when transferring the manure to the tanker. Did you know that? *Watch the full episode: https://www.swin...

It may, just as all other swine production practices may impact the environment, directly or otherwise. However, some strategies could efficiently minimize these effects: gene editing, for instance, is able to improve feed efficiency and thus, decrease manure production, according to Dr. Max Rothschild. What kind of environmental problems do you think gene editing could help us to minimize? *Watch...

Genomes are like the black boxes of living beings, and gene editing is how we can alter them. For example, we can find the best form of a gene and get that into the majority of the animals. Do you think that idea is interesting for swine production? *Watch the full episode: https://www.swinecampus.com/blog ------------- The Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies lik...

Whenever we look at the goals we want to reach in animal production, gene editing is one of the tools we can use to get there. As Dr. Max Rothschild says, this technology is a great candidate to help us to improve animal genetics. What do you make of that? *Watch the full episode: https://www.swinecampus.com/blog ------------- The Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative compan...

In order to select animals for some specific traits, it is necessary to evaluate them – but in some cases, it’s almost impossible to do it. According to Dr. Max Rothschild , new technologies are here to help us reach better results, and as such, nowadays we are learning how to employ them in several areas of production. What do you think about the technologies mentioned in this episode? *Watch the...

The world is evolving, and so is animal production. In this episode, Dr. Max Rothschild exemplifies this fact by discussing some traits we have been improving in the animals and productions, such as disease resilience, welfare, and meat quality. A better, more sustainable swine production is on the horizon. What are your expectations for the future of swine production? *Watch the full episode: htt...

Is having a herd with the best genetics a guarantee that performance will be great? As Dr. Max Rothschild discusses in this episode, the environment has an impact on the performance of the animals as well, hindering the performance of piglets under poor management, for example. To learn more about it, listen to the episode and let us know your opinion! *Watch the full episode: https://www.swinecam...

Production is not only about data, graphics, and numbers: the personnel is the fuel for it, so we need to pay close attention and guide them. In this episode, Dr. Steven Moeller talks about how Dr. Ken Stalder impacted the production system by teaching his students to think analytically. What do you believe impacts the production chain, and what do you do about it? *Watch the full episode: https:/...

What are the key traits for success? Maybe there’s no formula for it, and  success is a result of the things we do with dedication. Dr. Ken Stalder had dedication to spare, being a good listener, an approachable person, and a tireless thinker. Learn more about him by listening to this episode! *Watch the full episode: https://www.swinecampus.com/blog ------------- The Swine it Podcast Show is trus...

If well interpreted, data can help us understand what is happening in the production. However, now that we are bombarded with an enormous amount of it, how can we use it effectively? Dr. Steve Muller emphasizes new approaches, such as bioinformatics and machine learning. Interested? Watch the episode to learn more! *Watch the full episode: https://www.swinecampus.com/blog ------------- The Swine i...

Our teachers have an enormous influence on who we become, and this was the greatest impact that Dr. Dr. Ken Stalder had: developing very well-spoken graduate students and preparing them for a great future, according to Dr. Steve Muller. What teacher has impacted your life? *Watch the full episode: https://www.swinecampus.com/blog ------------- The Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by...

How can we better understand and solve problems? Being curious and trying to see them from different angles is a good first step. In today’s episode, Dr. Steve Muller talks about the way Dr. Ken Stalder used to approach issues.. Have you seen it already? *Watch the full episode: https://www.swinecampus.com/blog ------------- The Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companie...

Sows play one of the most important roles in pig production: reproduction. Whenever changes happen with these animals, that impacts the whole system – Dr. Ken Stalder worked with that, and in this episode Dr. Steve Muller highlights his contribution to increasing the longevity of sows from various angles. Do you know what aspects of production longevity impacts? *Watch the full episode: https://ww...

What are the requirements to classify a sow as fit for transportation? In this episode, Dr. Kobek-Kjeldager talks about some recent research regarding cull sow welfare during that process. Since finishing pigs are quite different from sows, transportation requirements shouldn’t be the same. Watch the complete episode to understand that! *Watch the full episode: https://www.swinecampus.com/blog ---...

How can we retain TN Visa workers on our farms? In this episode, Victor Ochoa discusses what this new generation of swine workers is looking for: a sense of community and a feeling of belonging. It’s not all about the money, what they want is to feel welcome and closer to people! What do you think of that? *Watch the full episode: https://www.swinecampus.com/blog ------------- The Swine it Podcast...

In this episode, Dr. Kobek-Kjeldager talks about some recent research regarding cull sow welfare during transportation. Did you know that, after driving for some time, the drivers must make a stop, according to the legislation? But this raises a concern about cull sow welfare regarding heat stress during these pauses. Watch the entire episode! *Watch the full episode: https://www.swinecampus.com/b...

Swineworks, the largest staffing company in the US swine industry, is owned by Victor Ochoa. The specialties of his company are work visas, training, and recruiting. In this episode, Mr. Ochoa talks about the different types of visas, and the benefits of each one of them – he says most of his recruitment occurs through TN Visas, explains how the process works, and talks about some of the benefits...

Dr. Kobek-Kjeldager is a Postdoctoral Associate at Aarhus University, in Denmark. In this episode, she talks about the cull sow and what this designation implies. The cull sow is designated for the abattoir, after its reproduction phase is over, but how does the transportation happen? And what are the welfare issues related to it? Watch the complete episode to understand that! *Watch the full epis...

Victor Ochoa is the Director of Swineworks – the largest staffing company in the US swine industry, specialized in work visas, training, and recruiting. Considering his vast experience with the topic, he talks about the different types of visas and the benefits of each one of them, saying most of his recruitment happens through TN Visa. Very interesting, right? *Watch the full episode: https://www...

In this episode, Dr. Holtkamp discusses the relationships between biosecurity and labor issues. When implementing biosecurity procedures, managers must always consider their effect on the team's time and effort – overloaded employees may not meet expectations , so managers have a crucial role in guaranteeing a healthy place to work. Do you have any thoughts on that? *Watch the full episode: ht...