In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. John Patience, Professor Emeritus of Animal Science at Iowa State University, continues to explore the latest trends in swine nutrition, focusing on mortality reduction, fiber's role in gut health, and protein digestibility. Dr. Patience highlights key areas of research that are shaping the future of pig health and performance, with a special emphasis on practical applications. Listen now on all major platforms!

"We’re seeing more attention paid to mortality, which is crucial for improving performance and reducing costs in pig farming."

Meet the guest: Dr. John Patience is Professor Emeritus of Animal Science at Iowa State University, with decades of experience in swine nutrition and research. His career spans roles in extension, industry, and research management, including directing the Prairie Swine Centre in Canada. Dr. Patience’s work has advanced practical solutions for swine nutrition, particularly in energy supply, dietary fiber, and improving pig management.

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What you will learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:38) Introduction
• (02:05) Trends in mortality reduction
• (01:45) Mortality tracking
• (05:53) Role of fiber in health
• (07:11) Evaluating protein digestibility
• (09:06) Negative trends
• (10:08) Closing thoughts

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