Understanding the behavior of pigs not only enhances how we manage livestock, but also aids in creating better-informed practices that can revolutionize the swine industry. In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Brown unravels the intricate details of ethology studies that help govern swine welfare practices, especially in Canada. Emphasizing the incredible influence of understanding animal behavior on livestock management, she guides us along the journey of exploration, adoption, and potential challenges that lie within swine farming.

"There is a lot of work going on right now regarding the automated measurement of behavior. Most people think they understand behavior, but we have a really poor understanding of it." - Dr. Jennifer Brown

What you'll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (02:30) Introduction
• (05:50) Ethology and welfare 
• (10:21) The code of practice and research on sow’s group housing
• (20:44) Pain management in piglets, adoption of NSAIDs
• (24:15) Enrichment for different age groups of pigs
• (27:42) Changing the enrichment for sows
• (30:33) The code requirement and issues of pig transportation
• (36:15) A look at future research next steps
• (40:14) Take home message
• (42:13) Three final questions

Meet the guest: Dr. Jennifer Brown

Experience

• Current: Research Scientist - Ethology at Prairie Swine Centre

Background

• Ph.D., Applied Ethology (University of Guelph)
• M.Sc. (University of Prince Edward Island)
• B.Sc. (University of Prince Edward Island)

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