The Swine it Podcast Show

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Scott Dee, Emeritus Director at Pipestone Research and Emeritus Professor at the University of Minnesota, explains what it will take to create a world without PRRS. He discusses next-generation biosecurity, producer-led collaboration, US SHIP, strategic pig movement, and why belief is the missing piece for PRRS elimination. Listen now on all major...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Edison Magalhaes from Iowa State University explains how data science can turn swine production records into practical decisions. He discusses data integration, analytics models, disease impact measurement, economic modeling, and real-time alerts that help producers move from raw averages to proactive herd management. Listen now on all major platfo...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Brittney Kokinos, PhD candidate and Researcher I at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, discusses how different vitamin D metabolites, including 25(OH)D3, influence physiological responses in nursery pigs. She explains vitamin D functions, interactions with calcium and phosphorus, sources and metabolism, and shares research findings evaluating growth,...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Crystal Levesque from South Dakota State University breaks down choline’s essential functions in swine nutrition and why it continues to hold value across production phases. Dr. Levesque clarifies its essential biological roles, compares common choline sources, addresses practical considerations in feed manufacturing, and explains why sow diets sti...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Neil DeBuse from Kalmbach Feeds and Dr. Steve Tousignant from Vaxxinova US discuss PRRS management strategies, recombination risks, whole genome sequencing, and the role of autogenous immunization programs in swine systems. They highlight practical approaches to improving immunity, reducing outbreaks, and advancing PRRS control across production sy...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, as producers prepare for rising temperatures and seasonal heat stress challenges, Dr. Jay Johnson from the University of Missouri explains how genomic selection can support thermal tolerance in pigs without sacrificing productivity and become part of a broader strategy to improve performance and support animal welfare. He discusses why body temperature...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Maria Walsh, Chief Operating Officer at Biofractal, explains how transcriptomics and AI are helping swine producers better understand the gap between genetic potential and commercial performance. Dr. Walsh discusses metabolic efficiency, disease resilience, PRRS challenges, and practical on-farm biological insights using blood samples and AI-powere...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Janice Siegford from Michigan State University discusses how precision livestock farming data can support pig health, welfare, transparency, and decision making. She explains why data ownership, privacy, consumer perception, and cost sharing must be addressed as technology becomes more common on farms. Listen now on all major platforms. “Precision...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Brigitte Davenport, Director of Sow Indiana Region at Country View Family Farms, shares practical perspectives on biosecurity execution in swine systems. She discusses grow finish challenges, transportation risks, trailer sanitation, site design, and team buy-in. The episode also examines how artificial intelligence can complement decision-making i...

In this episode, Dr. Robert Knox from the University of Illinois breaks down key factors impacting fertility in the breeding herd. He explains how estrus expression in weaned sows drives herd performance, why conception failures occur even in well-managed systems, and what litter size trends mean for pigs born alive. Dr. Knox also discusses fixed time AI, gilt development targets, and practical wa...

In this special episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, marking World Veterinary Day, Dr. Joseph Connor, founder of Carthage Veterinary Service, discusses the industry’s vision for PRRS eradication in the US swine herd. Drawing on lessons from the pseudorabies eradication program, he outlines the role of biosecurity, regionalization, surveillance, pig movement management, and stakeholder alignment i...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Mary Lisa Kasakamu, Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Nebraska Lincoln, discusses how thermal comfort and heat stress impact sow welfare in group housing systems. She breaks down the role of rubber mats, floor temperature, sow behavior, and practical challenges such as lameness and pen hygiene. Listen now on all major platforms. “Rubber...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Francisco Domingues, Global Head of Swine Nutrition and Health at Anitox, explains how feed can act as a fomite for major swine pathogens. He reviews evidence on PED, ASF, PRRS, and Seneca virus, and outlines practical strategies to strengthen feed biosecurity, validate mitigation tools, and standardize protocols across systems. Learn how to reduce...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Stephen Hall, pig production consultant and data analyst, explains the One-Pig Analysis within the 3E lifecycle and linear productivity frameworks. He outlines why linear productivity matters, where science and technology misalign with commercial needs, and how alignment should begin at farm level. Stephen also explores how far linear productivity exte...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Declan Schroeder, Professor of Virology at the University of Minnesota, explains how viability PCR improves virus detection in swine systems. He discusses how this molecular approach distinguishes intact virus particles from residual genetic material, helping evaluate biosecurity risks, feed contamination, and mitigation strategies. Dr. Schroeder a...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Bill Cumbie, Founder and CEO of Pancopia and an environmental engineer, explains how biological water treatment can turn swine wastewater into cleaner water and stronger farm margins. Drawing from NASA-funded research and municipal wastewater expertise, he shares how FreshFlush reduces ammonia, improves barn air quality, and increases pork production....

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Pedro Medel, Director at Innovabiotics, discusses how organic acids and monoglycerides support swine production as systems move away from antibiotics and zinc oxide. He explains dose strategies, hygiene control across the full feed chain, and how combining additives improves gut health and bacterial control. Listen now on all major platforms! “Orga...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Stacie Crowder from Land O’Lakes, who currently works as Director of Additive Sales and Technical Innovation Fortiva, discusses the growing importance of feed biosecurity in modern swine production. She explains how producers can identify contamination risks, strengthen protocols, and choose the right feed additive strategies for each operation. Li...

In this special episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, marking International Women’s Day, Dr. Kate Plush from SunPork Group shares practical insights on how free farrowing systems can support sow welfare without raising piglet losses. She walks through the maternity ring concept and what it means for sow behavior, piglet survival, team safety, and barn space limitations. Listen now on all major pla...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Chad Stahl, Director of Innovation at Standard Nutrition, explains why managing inflammation is critical for swine performance and efficiency. He discusses the balance between normal and excessive immune responses, nutritional strategies to control oxidative stress, and practical tools to support gut and systemic health. Learn science-based insight...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Ariel Carlos, feeds and livestock consultant with over 40 years of experience, shares practical insights on swine production challenges in the Philippines and Southeast Asia. He explains African swine fever recovery, farm consolidation, feed cost pressure, alternative feedstuffs, heat stress, and nutrition strategies. Get real-world insights to sup...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Christopher Tuggle from Iowa State University shares how genomic science is shaping disease resilience in pigs. He discusses the role of transcriptomics, blood-based genetic testing, and resilience-focused selection in modern breeding strategies. Learn how large-scale data and molecular tools are enhancing swine health. Listen now on all major plat...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Satoshi Otake, visiting scientist at the University of Minnesota, shares key insights from chairing the Asian Pig Veterinary Society Congress held in Japan. He explains how sustainability, biosecurity, production efficiency, and scientific collaboration are shaping the future of swine production in Asia and beyond. Learn how global knowledge exchan...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Clinton Monchuk, Executive Director of Farm and Food Care Saskatchewan and Canadian Food Focus, discusses how Canadian consumers view pork production today. The conversation explores trust in the food system, urbanization, and why transparency matters more than ever for farmers. Clinton shares practical ways producers can use digital tools and clear co...

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Jordan Gebhardt from Kansas State University and Matt Einarson from SAM Nutrition explore how academic–industry partnerships are driving innovation in swine nutrition. They share how collaborations support graduate training, create credibility, and translate research into practical strategies for producers. Discover real trial outcomes, sustainabil...