In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Paulo Cesar Pozza, a seasoned expert with over 27 years in swine nutrition, from the State University of Maringá, explores the critical role of life cycle assessments in pig nutrition. Dr. Pozza shares insights on optimizing environmental impacts and sustainability in swine production practices. He explains how regional factors influence life cycle assessments and the significance of adjusting practices based on local agricultural conditions. Tune in on major platforms to enhance your understanding of sustainable swine nutrition strategies.

"Using phytase to reduce total phosphorus in diets shows that lifecycle assessments don't always align with traditional measures of sustainability." - Dr. Paulo Cesar Pozza

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:05) Introduction
• (05:35) Life Cycle Assessments 
• (07:35) Economic and Sustainability Benefits
• (09:40) Implementing Phytase in Diets
• (12:00) Ongoing and Future Studies
• (13:30) Closing Thoughts

Meet the guest: Dr. Paulo Cesar Pozza, an Associate Professor at the State University of Maringá, holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Animal Science from the Federal University of Viçosa. With over 27 years of experience, he specializes in swine nutrition, emphasizing nutritional requirements and feed evaluation. Previously at UNIOESTE, he led research in poultry and swine nutrition for 11 years. Dr. Pozza's expertise contributes significantly to optimizing swine production while considering environmental sustainability.

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