The Swine it Podcast Show Canada - Dr. Kristina Horback: Proposition 12 & Sow Welfare | Ep. 104
Mar 13, 2025In this special episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, to celebrate International Women's Day, Dr. Kristina Horback, from UC Davis, breaks down the impact of Proposition 12 on sow housing and welfare. She discusses what the new requirements mean for producers, the challenges of compliance, and practical strategies for managing group-housed sows while minimizing aggression and maintaining productivity. Listen now on all major platforms!
What will you learn:
- Proposition 12 overview
- Sow welfare in group pens
- Managing aggression in groups
- Feeding system comparisons
- Future trends in swine welfare
Meet the guest:
Dr. Kristina Horback is an Associate Professor of Applied Ethology at UC Davis, with over 12 years of experience researching sow behavior and welfare. With a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology, she applies cognitive science to study swine communication, social interactions, and stress resilience. She has published 14 peer-reviewed articles in top animal behavior journals and has presented her research to industry and academic audiences worldwide.
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