In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Yuzhi Li, from the University of Minnesota, explores the challenges and solutions surrounding tail biting in swine production. With a focus on tail docking practices and the importance of environmental management, Dr. Li shares insights from her extensive research on mitigating tail damage in pigs. Tune in now on your preferred podcast platform for practical strategies to improve animal welfare and production outcomes.

"Tail biting may not be entirely preventable, but we can minimize it by addressing all the risk factors." 

Meet the guest: Dr. Yuzhi Li is a professor of Animal Science at the University of Minnesota. She holds a Ph.D. in Animal Environmental Physiology from Hiroshima University, Japan, an M.S. in Animal Production from Northeast Agricultural University, China, and a B.S. in Animal Science from Shenyang Agricultural University, China. Her areas of interest include swine behavior and alternative production systems. 

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:37) Introduction
• (03:02) Tail biting causes
• (03:55) Tail docking benefits
• (08:34) Mitigating tail biting
• (16:02) Risk factors for tail damage
• (20:15) Enrichment strategies
• (27:02) Final questions

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