The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt - Felipe Hickmann: Sustainable Pork Production | Ep 110 the swine nutrition blackbelt podcast Mar 21, 2024

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Felipe Hickmann explores groundbreaking feeding strategies within swine production. Hickmann, a Ph.D. candidate at Université Laval, discusses the environmental impacts of novel feeding strategies, emphasizing the role of vitamin...

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The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt - Dr. Trey Kellner: Nutrition Against Heat Stress | Ep. 109 the swine nutrition blackbelt podcast Mar 14, 2024

In this episode of "The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast," we welcome Dr. Trey Kellner, a leading authority in swine nutrition, to delve into the nuanced relationship between heat stress and dietary fat in swine. This discussion offers critical insights on feed formulation and management...

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The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt - Dr. Aaron Gaines: The soybean meal NE value conundrum | Ep. 108 the swine nutrition blackbelt podcast Mar 07, 2024

When it comes to establishing reliable net energy (NE) values for soybean meal in commercial swine growing and finishing diets, there’s new information emerging. Dr. Aaron Gaines joins us in this episode to discuss the significant difference in soybean meal NE values determined in academic...

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The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt - Caroline Romeiro: Bioimpedance in Pigs | Ep 107 the swine nutrition blackbelt podcast Feb 29, 2024

In this insightful episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we welcome Caroline Romeiro, a dedicated master's student from the University of Rio Grande do Sul, to explore the groundbreaking use of bioelectrical impedance analysis in measuring body composition of pigs. Caroline unveils...

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Revolutionizing Swine Nutrition: The Impact of High Surface Area Zinc Oxide the swine nutrition blackbelt podcast Feb 26, 2024

In the ever-evolving field of swine nutrition, a groundbreaking approach is setting new standards for dietary supplements. The introduction of high surface area zinc oxide marks a significant leap forward, addressing long-standing challenges associated with traditional zinc oxide usage in swine...

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The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt - Felipe Hickmann: Lowering Manure Nitrogen | Ep. 106 the swine nutrition blackbelt podcast Feb 22, 2024

In this cutting-edge episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we host Felipe Hickmann, a PhD candidate at the University of Laval, to explore the intricate relationship between dietary protein levels, pig manure nitrogen content, and its consequential impact on anaerobic digestion within...

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Revolutionizing Farrowing: Innovations in Sow Nutrition and Productivity the swine nutrition blackbelt podcast Feb 19, 2024

Inspired by Episode 88 of The Swine Health Blackbelt with Dr. Jose Soto

 

In the rapidly evolving world of swine nutrition, one of the most significant breakthroughs has been in the realm of sow nutrition and farrowing. The advancements in this area are not just remarkable in terms of animal...

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The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt - Garrin Shipman: Fiber's Future in Pig Diets | Ep. 105 the swine nutrition blackbelt podcast Feb 15, 2024

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we welcome Dr. Garrin Shipman, from South Dakota State University, for a deep dive into using post-protein distillers grains as a sustainable alternative fiber source in swine diets. Dr. Shipman unpacks the nutritional benefits and...

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The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt - Katelyn Gaffield: Sustainable Feed Strategies | Ep. 104 the swine nutrition blackbelt podcast Feb 08, 2024

In this episode of "The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt," we welcome back Katelyn Gaffield, a leading expert in swine nutrition, for another deep dive into optimizing swine diets and improving feed efficiency. Dr. Gaffield explores the latest in feed strategies and the impact of nutritional...

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The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt - Dr. Daniel Columbus: Pig Growth Insights | Ep. 103 the swine nutrition blackbelt podcast Feb 01, 2024

In this episode of "The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt," we're excited to welcome back Dr. Daniel Columbus, a seasoned researcher from Prairie Swine Center. We dive into a compelling conversation with Dr. Columbus about the unique challenges and growth patterns of low birth weight pigs. This episode...

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The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt - Dr. David Cadogan: Piglet Nutrition and Zinc | Ep.102 the swine nutrition blackbelt podcast Jan 25, 2024

Get ready for an insightful episode of "The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast" where we delve into the world of advanced swine nutrition. Our expert guest, Dr. David Cadogan from FeedWorks, brings his wealth of knowledge to the table. He'll be exploring the innovative use of high surface area...

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Innovations in Pig Farming: Reducing Trace Element Overuse the swine nutrition blackbelt podcast Jan 22, 2024

Inspired by Episode 63 of The Swine Health Blackbelt with Dr. Megan Edwards

Introduction

In the dynamic world of pig farming, one of the critical aspects of nutrition management is the use of trace elements like copper and zinc in pig feed. These elements, renowned for their growth-promoting and...

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