In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Brad Leuwerke discusses strategies for controlling E. coli in nursery pigs. Dr. Leuwerke shares insights on barn sanitation, medication strategies, and the use of feed additives to manage E. coli. Join us for practical tips and advanced strategies to boost herd health and lower nursery mortality rates.

"E. coli has been a constant challenge throughout my 20 years in practice."

• (00:00) Introduction 
• (02:12) E. coli challenges
• (03:38) Medication strategies
• (04:40) E. Coli prevention and treatment
• (07:54) Antibiotic treatment expectations
• (09:26) Timing of treatments
• (11:00) Closing thoughts

Meet the guest:

Dr. Brad Leuwerke is a veterinarian and partner at Swine Vet Center in Saint Peter, Minnesota. He graduated from Iowa State University in 2006 and grew up on a crop and hog farm in North Central Iowa. Dr. Leuwerke specializes in swine health and production, managing sow herd and nursery/grow-finish health, training clients, and conducting research. He has received multiple research grants for investigating the impact of Influenza, Circovirus, and PRRS.

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Eduardo Fano discusses the evolution of mycoplasma eradication in the swine industry. With insights from his extensive career and recent collaborative projects, Dr. Fano explains strategies for mycoplasma elimination and introduces the Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae Eradication Road Map, a comprehensive digital tool for swine health. Tune in now on all major platforms.

Highlight quote: "The digital tool provides a roadmap for mycoplasma eradication, incorporating all our knowledge into one platform." - Dr. Eduardo Fano

• (00:00) Introduction 
• (01:42) Evolution of Mycoplasma eradication 
• (03:16) Persistence and epidemiology
• (04:58) Mycoplasma eradication tool
• ​​(09:20) Access to eradication roadmap tool
• (10:31) Academia and practice collaboration 
• (10:52) Closing thoughts

Meet the guest: Dr. Eduardo Fano, Director of Health for LATAM at Pipestone Veterinary Services, holds a PhD in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Minnesota and an MSc in Swine Health from U.N.A.M. FMVZ. With extensive experience in swine health and has worked in academia, technical service, and marketing, Dr. Fano has been pivotal in advancing mycoplasma eradication strategies. 

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Monique Pairis-Garcia discusses the significance of animal welfare audits, their implementation, and their impact on swine health management. She also addresses the differences between assessments and audits, offering valuable insights for swine producers. Tune in to enhance your understanding of swine welfare and improve your farm’s audit readiness.

"Audits are an excellent tool for the swine industry to validate and verify that what we say we’re doing on the farm, we are actually doing."

• (00:00) Introduction
• (01:09) Importance of animal welfare audits
• (02:06) Differences in assessments and audits
• (03:31) International perspectives on audits
• (07:00) Animal-based measures and sampling
• (08:32) Challenges in auditing large farms
• (10:38) Closing thoughts

Meet the guest: Dr. Monique Pairis-Garcia is an Associate Professor at North Carolina State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, specializing in global production and animal welfare. Her research focuses on animal welfare assessments, audits, and training for caretakers and producers.

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. John Patience continues the discussion on the economic impact of health challenges on swine production. He highlights the significant differences in profitability between barns with varying health statuses, backed by detailed sensitivity analyses. Tune in for valuable insights on optimizing swine health management and its economic implications.

"Running trials to a constant body weight allows us to compare growth rate and feed efficiency more directly, providing clearer insights for producers." - Dr. John Patience



• (00:00) Introduction
• (00:09) Performance differences
• (01:00) Days to market comparison
• (02:09) Economic modeling and revenue
• (03:07) Sensitivity analysis
• (05:24) Time-constrained market scenario
• (08:01) Closing thoughts

Meet the guest: Dr. John Patience, Professor Emeritus of Animal Science at Iowa State University, has significantly shaped swine nutrition research. With a career spanning over four decades, Dr. Patience has led impactful studies on dietary energy and fiber's effects on swine health, highlighting the importance of practical, industry-oriented research. His work has helped redefine feeding strategies and improve health outcomes in the pork industry. 

The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Boehringer Ingelheim

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- Healthy Climate Solutions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. John Patience, an expert in swine nutrition and economics, shares critical insights into the economics of pig farming under different health conditions. As a professor emeritus of animal science at Iowa State University and with extensive experience in the industry, Dr. Patience discusses the significant impact of swine health on farm profitability. Tune into this episode on major platforms to discover how varying health challenges affect economic outcomes in pig production.

Effective swine nutrition hinges not just on what we feed but also on how we manage health challenges to maximize economic returns. - Dr. John Patience

• (00:00) Introduction
• (01:11) Career highlights
• (01:39) Economic challenges
• (02:03) Health economics
• (05:24) Mortality impact
• (07:27) Closing of the episode

Meet the guest: Dr. John Patience, Professor Emeritus of Animal Science at Iowa State University, has significantly shaped swine nutrition research. With a career spanning over four decades, Dr. Patience has led impactful studies on dietary energy and fiber's effects on swine health, highlighting the importance of practical, industry-oriented research. His work has helped redefine feeding strategies and improve health outcomes in the pork industry. 

The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Boehringer Ingelheim

* Elanco

- Healthy Climate Solutions

- Cloudfarms

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Peng Li, a third-year PhD student at Iowa State University, discusses advanced strategies for managing swine diseases. Peng shares insights on the test-and-removal strategy for African Swine Fever and its application to PRRS. Tune in to explore innovative sampling techniques and their implications for swine health management.

"The test-and-removal strategy involves active surveillance by sampling and testing disease animals, followed by biosecure removal of positive cases." - Peng Li

• (00:00) Introduction
• (02:31) ASF test-and-removal
• (04:52) ASF strategy effectiveness
• (06:00) Focus on PRRS
• (07:03) PRRS sampling methods
• (09:14) Best PRRS sample types
• (09:49) Closing thoughts

Meet the guest: Peng Li, a third-year PhD student at Iowa State University, focuses on swine disease management and advanced sampling techniques. Previously a research scientist in China, he specializes in African Swine Fever and PRRS surveillance strategies. His innovative work aims to improve disease detection and herd health.

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Gabi Doughan, a postdoctoral research associate at SMEC, discusses the critical issue of waterline sanitation and its biosecurity risks on swine farms. Dr. Doughan explains the potential contamination sources and the importance of routine water testing and treatment to mitigate these risks. Tune in to gain valuable insights into effective water management in swine production.

"Surface water poses the greatest biosecurity risk due to its exposure to various elements and potential contaminants." - Dr. Gabi Doughan

• (00:00) Introduction
• (01:02) Biosecurity risk of water
• (02:14) Sources of water contamination
• (04:00) Groundwater contamination routes
• (07:08) Recommendations for water testing
• (08:11) Disinfectant and sanitation options
• (10:02) Conclusion

Meet the guest: Dr. Gabi Doughan, DVM, is a postdoctoral research associate at the Swine Medicine and Education Center at Iowa State University. Specializing in swine health, her current research focuses on water quality, biosecurity, and antimicrobial resistance within pig production. Dr. Doughan's work aims to elucidate the impact of waterline biofilms on swine health and biosecurity, offering critical insights for the industry.

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Joaquim Segalés, a researcher at the Autonomous University of Barcelona, discusses the complexities of porcine circovirus type 3 (PCV3). Dr. Segalés shares insights into the clinical signs, diagnostic challenges, and the potential for future vaccines. Tune in for a detailed exploration of PCV3 and its implications on swine health.

"Few laboratories are performing the necessary techniques to detect PCV3 in lesions, limiting our diagnostic capabilities." - Dr. Joaquim Segalés

• (00:30) Introduction
• (01:30) Overview of PCV3
• (02:36) Differences between PCV2 and PCV3
• (03:40) Diagnosing PCV3 in farms
• (06:06) Genetic variability of PCV3
• (07:54) Future of PCV3 vaccines
• (11:16) Closing thoughts

Meet the guest: Dr. Joaquim Segalés received his Veterinary degree and completed his Ph.D. in veterinary medicine at the Autonomous University of Barcelona. With over 24 years of experience, he is a distinguished investigator at IRTA - CReSA and an associate professor at the Autonomous University of Barcelona. His research focuses on swine infectious diseases, including porcine circovirus.

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jim Lowe, Associate Dean at the University of Illinois, explores innovative strategies for integrating technology into swine health management. Dr. Lowe discusses the collaboration across disciplines to enhance veterinary practices and improve animal care. Tune in to gain valuable insights from Dr. Lowe’s extensive experience and forward-thinking approach.

"Translating complex problems into practical solutions is essential for animal producers to benefit from technological advancements." - Dr. Jim Lowe

• (00:00) Introduction
• (02:12) Veterinary Innovations
• (04:36) Technology in animal health 
• (06:59) Data and measurement tools
• (10:30) Challenges in data integration
• (12:53) Technology in veterinary education
• (13:43) Closing thoughts

Meet the guest: Dr. Jim Lowe, Associate Dean and Associate Professor at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, focuses on the economic impact of livestock management systems and infectious disease. With over 20 years of experience, he develops evidence-based solutions for the food supply chain.

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Brigitte Mason, Director of Sows in the Indiana region for Country View Family Farms, discusses innovative strategies for managing PRRS infections in swine. Dr. Mason shares insights on combining new products with existing treatments to enhance health outcomes. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge on improving swine health in challenging conditions.

"All treatment groups saw lower mortality and better daily gain and feed conversion, underscoring our health management's effectiveness." -  Dr. Brigitte Mason

• 00:00) Highlight
• (01:10) Introduction
• (02:50) Health challenges and PRRS management
• (07:03) Focus on nursery phase
• (09:38) Key performance indicators
• (11:05) Future plans for PRRS management
• (12:42) Closing thoughts

Meet the guest: Dr. Brigitte Mason, Director of Sows in the Indiana region for Country View Family Farms, graduated from veterinary school in 2016. She started as a field veterinarian and quickly transitioned into production management, overseeing 30,000 sows. Now, as the Director of Sows, Dr. Mason focuses on innovative health solutions for swine.

The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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