The Swine it Podcast Show - Dr. Bruno Silva: Sensory Imprinting in Swine | Ep. 259
Jul 23, 2024
In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Bruno Silva, professor and researcher in swine nutrition and environmental adaptation, explores the intricacies of sensory imprinting in pigs. Dr. Silva explains how sensory experiences can impact pig behavior and improve adaptation during stressful periods like weaning. Don't miss this episode—tune in now on all major platforms.
What will you learn:
- Sensory imprinting benefits
- Easing weaning stress
- Feeding behavior patterns
- Precision feeding strategies
- Importance of social skills
Meet the guest:
Dr. Bruno Silva is a professor and researcher at the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG), Brazil, specializing in swine nutrition and environmental adaptation. With a Ph.D. from the Federal University of Viçosa and the National Institute of Agronomic Research in France, Dr. Silva has extensive experience in swine bioclimatology. He has worked as a global swine nutritionist for TOPIGS Norsvin International and is currently head of the Swine Production and Research Unit at UFMG.
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