In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Paul Toplis, a pig nutrition expert and co-founder of Primary Diets, discusses critical lessons from his distinguished career. He explores the importance of scientific precision, tackles challenges like adapting to the removal of antibiotic growth promoters, and emphasizes the crucial role of skilled stockmanship in achieving farm success. You'll also hear about superdosing phytase and practical strategies for improving farrowing results. Don’t miss this episode—available now on all major platforms!

"Anyone in the feed industry needs to always look for greater scientific rigor and the ability to challenge dogma."

Meet the guest: Starting with RHM Agriculture, Paul Toplis led major advancements in pig feeding strategies, consulting globally on diet formulation and nutrition practices. In 1996, he co-founded Primary Diets, continuing to innovate in pig diet development. After decades of groundbreaking contributions, national committee roles, and industry awards, Paul recently retired.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:24) Introduction
• (01:49) Toplis' journey
• (15:27) Reducing farm variation
• (19:43) Super-dosing phytase
• (24:03) Importance of stockmanship
• (24:33) Farrowing research
• (34:59) Final questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Diego Lopez, a Ph.D. candidate at Kansas State University, breaks down the key steps for evaluating and incorporating nontraditional feed ingredients into swine diets. He explores how to assess digestibility, nutrient availability, and cost-effectiveness when considering these ingredients. Diego also shares how nontraditional ingredients can provide a competitive edge in diet formulation. Tune in now on all major platforms!

"Many ingredients that seem unconventional may still offer similar nutritional benefits as traditional ingredients."

Meet the guest: Diego Lopez is a Ph.D. candidate in Feed Science at Kansas State University. He earned his M.S. in Swine Nutrition from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and his B.S. in Animal Science from Universidad Nacional de Colombia. Diego has experience working in both academia and industry, giving him a well-rounded perspective on the challenges and opportunities in feed formulation and swine nutrition.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:11) Introduction
• (02:52) Nontraditional feed ingredients
• (04:50) Steps to test new ingredients
• (08:03) Economic factors in feed decisions
• (11:24) Anti-nutritional factors
• (14:19) Handling and processing feed
• (20:01) Final three questions

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- Fortiva

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- Eastman

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- AB Vista

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Robert Stwalley from Purdue University breaks down the concept of big data in swine production. He explains how precision livestock technologies are improving animal health and performance monitoring through data collection, from feed intake to environmental factors. Tune in now on all major platforms to learn more!

"Big data is going to be used to treat individual animals with unique characteristics."

Meet the guest: Dr. Robert Stwalley is an Associate Clinical Professor of Agricultural and Biological Engineering at Purdue University. He holds degrees in Power and Machinery (B.S.), and Combustion and Computational Fluids (M.S. and Ph.D.) from Purdue. With over 35 years of experience in machine systems engineering and sustainable agricultural practices, his research interests include animal microclimate technologies and renewable energy processes.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:23) Introduction
• (03:16) What is big data?
• (07:18) Big data in the swine industry
• (12:23) Future of data collection
• (16:03) Data in swine barns
• (19:25) Starting with technology integration
• (22:53) Final three questions

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- Fortiva

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- Eastman

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Joao Carlos Gomes Neto explores the role of Salmonella genomics in swine health and food safety. He discusses the importance of microbiome-driven resistance, antimicrobial resistance surveillance, and how genomics can improve disease tracking. Tune in now on all major platforms!

"Genomics gives us a high-resolution look at Salmonella strains, helping us predict antimicrobial resistance and potential risks to both pigs and humans."

Meet the guest: Dr. Joao Carlos Gomes Neto, DVM, MS, PhD, is an assistant professor at The Ohio State University, specializing in microbiology, genomics, and swine health. With a background in veterinary medicine and research in foodborne pathogen genomics, he has worked extensively on Salmonella surveillance, antibiotic resistance, and microbiome ecology.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:39) Introduction
• (03:16) Salmonella concerns in pigs
• (05:38) Why genomics matters
• (07:38) Genomic variations in Salmonella
• (13:39) Microbiome & food safety
• (19:39) Future of microbiome research
• (21:01) Final questions

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- Lucta

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- Fortiva

- SunHy

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Stacie Crowder from Land O’Lakes, who currently leads the Fortiva innovation team, shares how non-medicated feed additives are transforming swine health strategies. She explains an innovative approach to supporting animal resilience through functional nutrition, immune modulation, and the use of medium-chain fatty acids. Hear how these tools are being used in PRRS management and how they can boost production efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!

"We focus on medium chain fatty acids because they help stimulate neutralizing antibodies—it's a key part of our immunomodulatory strategy."

Meet the guest: Dr. Stacie Crowder has been with Land O’Lakes for 12 years. She currently leads the Fortiva innovation team by collaborating with research platforms, international business development, sales, and marketing to deliver non-medicated feed additives that support animal resilience in U.S. and international markets. Dr. Stacie has spent her career developing ways to enhance swine production through ingredient nutrition. She holds a Ph.D. in Monogastric Nutrition from Purdue University. Her main research centers around the impact of activated medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs), an area of increased importance to animal health and performance.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:51) Introduction
• (04:48) Feed additive evolution
• (08:49) Gut health strategies
• (12:25) PRRS management solutions
• (18:13) Medium-chain fatty acids
• (21:51) Performance measurement tips
• (29:31) Final three questions

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- Lucta

- Essential Ag Solutions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this special rerun episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, we revisit our conversation with Dr. Kwangwook Kim, Assistant Professor at Michigan State University, who explores critical aspects of intestinal development and nutritional intervention in young pigs. He discusses the impact of early weaning on gut health, the challenges posed by E. coli infections, and the benefits of feed additives like beta-glucan and probiotics. Don’t miss the chance to listen to this informative episode, available on all major platforms.

"Once piglets are weaned, their gastrointestinal tract is fragile, not fully developed to absorb nutrients, and lacks proper immune function."

Meet the guest: Dr. Kwangwook Kim is an Assistant Professor at Michigan State University, specializing in animal nutrition and intestinal health in pigs. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Animal Sciences from the University of California, Davis, where he also served as a Postdoctoral Scholar and Graduate Student Researcher. Dr. Kim's research focuses on nutritional interventions to enhance swine gut health and immune responses. His work significantly contributes to understanding the effects of probiotics, β-glucans, and other feed additives on swine health.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:45) Introduction
• (03:58) Intestinal development in piglets
• (06:35) Early weaning challenges
• (09:15) Impact of E. coli on pig health
• (13:51) Beta-glucan benefits
• (22:20) Measuring gut health
• (29:35) Final three questions

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- SunHy

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this special episode of the Leadership and Time Management series on The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Edison Magalhaes covers influence strategies and how to manage different leadership styles. He explains how to adapt leadership approaches to various situations and personalities, with actionable advice on leading effectively at all levels. Get key insights on leadership in farm operations, corporate settings, and academia—boosting performance, accountability, and leadership across the swine industry. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Ownership is key. When employees feel part of the decision-making process, compliance improves, and protocols are followed more consistently."

Meet the guest: Dr. Edison Magalhaes is an Assistant Professor in Innovative Swine Systems at Iowa State University’s Department of Animal Science. He holds a Ph.D. in Population Sciences in Animal Health and an M.S. in Veterinary Preventive Medicine, both from Iowa State University, along with a DVM from Universidade Federal de Uberlândia. With experience spanning swine production, epidemiology, and data science, Dr. Magalhaes shares insights on leadership, data-driven decision-making, and performance optimization in swine systems. 

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:08) Introduction
• (03:13) Data-driven decision making
• (07:32) Balancing intuition and data
• (12:33) Compliance and protocol adoption
• (18:48) Building accountability in teams
• (26:26) Leadership across different levels
• (31:52) Final three questions

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- AB Vista

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Kimberly Roewe, Laboratory Manager at Phibro Animal Health, explores the essential role laboratories play in ensuring safe and efficacious mineral sources for swine nutrition. Dr. Roewe sheds light on quality assurance, sourcing challenges, and the dynamic shift in mineral premix strategies to improve swine health and production outcomes. Don’t miss this engaging discussion—listen now on all major podcast platforms!

"A robust quality assurance program must go beyond just testing raw materials—it’s about ensuring safety and efficacy across all stages of production."

Meet the guest: Dr. Kimberly Roewe is the Laboratory Manager at Phibro Animal Health. Originally from Oklahoma, Dr. Roewe earned her bachelor’s in Chemistry from Southwestern Oklahoma State University and her Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry from Oklahoma State University.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:24) Introduction
• (03:40) Laboratory & product safety
• (04:46) Quality assurance strategies
• (07:51) Challenges in sourcing minerals
• (13:13) Testing technologies in feed
• (18:09) Trends in mineral premixes
• (22:01) Final three questions

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- Standard Nutrition

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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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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- Standard Nutrition

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Dyneah Classen, Director of Health at Carthage Veterinary Service, shares essential strategies for improving swine herd health. From managing outbreaks to strengthening biosecurity protocols, Dr. Classen provides practical solutions grounded in real-world expertise. Don’t miss out—listen now on all major platforms to stay ahead in swine health management!

"We see an uptick of PRRS activity as cold weather arrives, so we’ve updated protocols and retrained our teams to adapt."

Meet the guest: Dr. Dyneah Classen, DVM, earned her Animal Science B.S. and DVM from the University of Illinois. As the Director of Health at Carthage Veterinary Service, she oversees swine herd health, biosecurity protocols, and supply chain food safety policies. Dr. Classen is an industry leader, having chaired AASV’s Student Recruitment Committee (2011-2013). Dr. Classen has been highly successful in preparing herds for Common Swine Industry Audits conducted by Validus or FACTA and FDA pharmaceutical reviews for the Carthage System.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:03) Introduction
• (02:45) PRRS control
• (04:09) Biosecurity measures
• (07:24) Advancing research
• (14:43) Vaccination strategies
• (22:13) Key advice
• (25:49) Final three questions

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- Adisseo

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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