In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Luciana Rossi, Associate Professor at the University of Milan, discusses alternatives to antibiotics in swine nutrition. She explores antimicrobial resistance, the role of functional ingredients, and the potential of biochar in improving gut health and sustainability. Tune in now on all major platforms!

"Biochar, a vegetable charcoal produced by pyrolysis, has shown potential in reducing diarrhea incidence and improving gut health in weaning piglets."

Meet the guest: Dr. Luciana Rossi is an Associate Professor at the University of Milan with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) and a PhD in Biotechnology in Veterinary Science. With extensive experience in animal nutrition, her research focuses on innovative feed additives, functional ingredients, and sustainable alternatives to antibiotics in animal production.

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What you will learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:55) Introduction
• (02:46) Alternatives to antibiotics
• (03:13) Antimicrobial resistance concerns
• (04:63) Functional feed ingredients
• (07:22) Biochar in swine diets
• (10:34) Sustainability in swine nutrition
• (12:25) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Taw Scaff, Assistant Professor and Extension Swine Specialist at North Dakota State University, breaks down the topic of boar nutrition. From its impact on sperm quality and fertility to its role in supporting advanced reproductive technologies, Dr. Scaff highlights why proper boar nutrition is essential for breeding success. He also addresses gaps in current research and the importance of fine-tuning energy levels to maximize boar performance. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Boars represent 50% of the next generation, so their performance is critical to breeding success."

Meet the guest: Dr. Taw Scaff earned his Ph.D. in Swine Nutrition and Reproduction from Purdue University, an M.S. in Animal Science, and a B.S. in Animal Science from Oklahoma State University. Now an Assistant Professor and Extension Swine Specialist at North Dakota State University, his work focuses on optimizing swine nutrition, reproduction, and management strategies.

What you will learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:40) Introduction
• (01:17) Importance of boar nutrition
• (02:09) Sperm viability and nutrition
• (03:43) Energy levels and sperm health
• (05:02) Artificial insemination
• (06:20) Research gaps in boar studies
• (08:25) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this special rerun episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we revisit our conversation with Dr. Sarah Pearce, a Research Animal Physiologist at the USDA, who explores groundbreaking alternatives to antibiotics in swine production. From plant-derived phenolics to enhanced liquid aspirin, Dr. Pearce highlights strategies for maintaining gut health and optimizing pig performance. Tune in now on all major platforms!

"Enhanced liquid aspirin shows potential to improve gut barrier function and promote growth in post-weaned pigs."

Meet the guest: Dr. Sarah Pearce earned her M.S. and Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences from Iowa State University, specializing in intestinal health and stress physiology. As a Research Animal Physiologist at the USDA, she investigates how nutrition, stressors, and physiology interact to maintain gut health and productivity in swine.

What you will learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:38) Introduction
• (01:42) Research on gut health
• (02:45) Plant phenolics in swine
• (04:13) Protein levels and gut function
• (05:25) Liquid aspirin study
• (07:28) Early-stage gut promotion
• (09:52) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Johannes Madsen from the University of Copenhagen discusses innovative strategies for promoting compensatory growth in piglets. He shares valuable insights on optimizing lysine levels, improving protein profiles, and tackling post-weaning diarrhea to support piglet health and productivity. Dr. Madsen offers practical advice and fresh perspectives to advance swine nutrition research and its real-world application. Catch the episode on all major podcast platforms.

"We examined if reducing protein levels in the first four weeks post-weaning can mitigate diarrhea while supporting recovery through lysine."

Meet the guest: Dr. Johannes Madsen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences at the University of Copenhagen. His expertise includes intrauterine growth restriction, piglet health, and optimizing milk replacers for swine. With a Ph.D. in Animal Nutrition from ETH Zurich, Dr. Madsen brings extensive expertise in swine physiology and nutrition.

What you will learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:51) Introduction
• (02:05) Compensatory growth
• (05:21) Protein restriction
• (07:13) Lysine & recovery
• (08:35) Protein profile optimization
• (09:17) Practical recommendations
• (09:61) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ashley DeDecker from Smithfield talks about the essential care practices for piglets on their first day. She emphasizes how creating the right farrowing environment plays a key role in improving piglet survival rates. Dr. DeDecker also shares insights from research on drying methods, managing microenvironments, and the benefits of split suckling in today’s swine production. Listen in to discover practical piglet care techniques that can lead to better results for your swine operation.

"When farrowing crates are optimal, drying piglets is considered an advanced care option."

Meet the guest: Dr. Ashley DeDecker, Senior Director of Research and Extension at Smithfield, brings over 13 years of expertise in swine production research. She holds a Ph.D. in Swine Behavior and Stress Physiology from the University of Illinois and a B.S. in Animal Science from Southern Illinois University. Her work focuses on improving swine behavior, welfare, and production practices at Smithfield.

What you will learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:53) Introduction
• (02:07) Day one pig care
• (03:32) Drying techniques
• (04:26) Farrowing crate
• (06:53) Split suckling
• (09:53) Sow colostrum production
• (14:11) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Casey Neill from Carthage Veterinary Services explores the critical aspects of sow and piglet feeding. He breaks down strategies for improving lactation diets, ensuring smooth transitions for nursery pigs, and optimizing feed forms like crumbles and meals for better performance. Tune in on your preferred platform today!

"The lactation diet is an area we need to focus on, considering how much pigs and milk these sows are producing."

Meet the guest: Casey Neill holds a Master’s degree in swine nutrition from Kansas State University and has over 15 years of experience as a swine nutritionist. Currently, at Carthage Veterinary Services, he works with independent producers to optimize diets and feed formulations. 

What you will learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:08) Introduction
• (03:06) Sow nutrition
• (04:00) Optimizing lactation diets
• (05:08) Younger parity sows
• (08:28) Strategies for nursery diets
• (11:34) Feed forms for nursery pigs
• (13:25) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ryan Samuel, from South Dakota State University, shares his research on replacing soy protein concentrate with corn-fermented protein in nursery pig diets. He explores its effects on growth performance, gut health, and feed efficiency, addressing challenges like amino acid balance and branched-chain imbalances. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Corn fermented protein shows promise as an alternative to soy protein concentrate for nursery pigs."

Meet the guest: Dr. Ryan Samuel earned his B.S. in Chemistry from the University of Prince Edward Island, and both his M.S. and Ph.D. in Animal Science from the University of Alberta. As an Assistant Professor at South Dakota State University, he specializes in swine nutrition and production research.

What you will learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:13) Introduction
• (02:23) Corn fermented protein
• (03:15) Soy protein replacement
• (04:33) Amino acid balance
• (05:13) Performance metrics
• (07:18) Feed intake observations
• (11:11) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. John O’Doherty discusses strategies to enhance gut health and optimize feed efficiency in swine. Dr. O'Doherty offers valuable insights into sustainable practices for the swine industry, from the research on seaweed extracts to the benefits of acidified grains. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform.

"Our research shows a 9% improvement in average daily gain in pigs fed with extracted laminarin from seaweed."

Meet the guest: Dr. John O'Doherty, a professor of monogastric nutrition at University College Dublin, specializes in swine nutrition. With a PhD in Animal Nutrition and over 300 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. O'Doherty's research emphasizes innovative solutions, particularly in gut health and sustainable feeding practices.

What you will learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:11) Introduction
• (02:45) Gut health research
• (04:37) Seaweed bio-actives
• (07:26) Organic acids in preservation
• (10:20) Preserved grains impact
• (12:44) Microbiome improvements
• (13:58) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Yuechi Fu, a PhD student at Purdue University, shares insights into her research on live yeast supplementation in sows, emphasizing its impact on nutrient digestibility and immune support in piglets. You can listen in on all major platforms—don’t miss it!

"Our study observes enhanced immune markers in piglets from sows with yeast supplementation, indicating possible long-term benefits."

Meet the guest: Yuechi Fu is a Graduate Research Assistant pursuing her PhD in Animal Sciences, specializing in swine nutrition and physiology at Purdue University. With a Master’s in Animal Behavior and Welfare from Purdue and dual Bachelor’s degrees in Veterinary Medicine and English Language from Southwest University, her work focuses on advancing swine health and performance.

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What you will learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:08) Introduction
• (02:32) Swine nutrition career 
• (04:04) Specialization insights
• (07:08) Staying updated
• (09:05) Swine industry networking 
• (10:52) Mentorship in the industry
• (11:19) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this special year-end episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Laura Greiner, Associate Professor at Iowa State University and Director of the Iowa Pork Industry Center, provides invaluable guidance for professionals preparing for the year ahead. Dr. Greiner shares practical tips on career growth, networking, and staying informed in the ever-evolving swine nutrition field. As 2025 approaches, this episode is packed with insights to help you start the new year on the right track. Tune in now!

"If you're trying to decide where you want to go, I think the first question you want to ask is: which direction do I want to be involved in?"

Meet the guest: Dr. Laura Greiner is an Associate Professor at Iowa State University, specializing in swine nutrition and immunology. She serves as the Director of the Iowa Pork Industry Center and has a background in both teaching and research. Previously, she held significant roles in Carthage Veterinary Service, focusing on research and nutrition strategies for swine production. Dr. Greiner holds a Ph.D. in Animal Nutrition from Iowa State University.

What you will learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:08) Introduction
• (02:32) Swine nutrition career 
• (04:04) Specialization insights
• (07:08) Staying updated
• (09:05) Swine industry networking 
• (10:52) Mentorship in the industry
• (11:19) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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