The Swine It Podcast Show Canada - Dr. Jen-Yun Chou: Rethinking Pig Welfare | Ep. 58
Apr 25, 2024In this episode of The Swine It Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Jen-Yun Chou, a pioneering research scientist in ethology at the Prairie Swine Center, explores innovative strategies for swine welfare and management. Dr. Chou discusses her international journey through the realms of animal behavior and welfare science, highlighting her recent research endeavors on tail-biting management and the impacts of environmental enrichment in swine. Tune in on all major podcast platforms to gain expert insights into advancing swine health and productivity.
What will you learn:
- Tail Biting Management
- Effective Enrichment Practices
- Legislation Impact Insights
- Economic Welfare Link
- Adaptive Housing Strategies
Meet the guest:
Dr. Jen-Yun Chou completed her Ph.D at the University of Edinburgh, focusing on pig welfare, particularly using enrichment to reduce pig tail biting. She held postdoctoral positions in the United States and Europe, enhancing sow welfare and developing non-surgical methods for pig castration. Dr. Chou currently serves as a Research Scientist at the Prairie Swine Centre in Canada, where she continues exploring farm animal welfare, emphasizing group housing and humane livestock management practices.
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