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Welcome to this insightful episode of The Real P3 Podcast, where host Dr. Casey Bradley engages in a fascinating dialogue with Dr. Crystal Levesque from South Dakota State University. They explore a spectrum of topics, from innovative educational methods to mental health in the agricultural sector. Key Discussions: 1. Future Industry Leaders: Dr. Levesque shares her groundbreaking initiatives in communication training and practical farm experience for students. Collaborating with various universities, she emphasizes the importance of presenting scientific data to a broad audience, including policymakers and producers. 2. Educational Paths: The conversation delves into the rigidity of traditional education models. Dr. Levesque advocates for flexibility, urging students to remain open to unexpected opportunities, as seen through her own unique journey from restaurant ownership to academia. 3. Mental Health and Confidence: In alignment with Mental Health Awareness Month, they address the critical issue of imposter syndrome. Dr. Levesque highlights the normalcy of making mistakes and learning from them, a crucial step in building confidence and belonging in young professionals. 4.*Dr. Bradley's Journey: In a special 'Turn the Table' segment, Dr. Levesque inquires about Dr. Bradley's transition from a nutritionist to her current multifaceted role. Dr. Bradley recounts rediscovering her passion for writing and adapting her career path following personal and professional challenges. Episode Takeaways: - Adaptability in Career Paths: Both guests emphasize that career trajectories are seldom linear. They encourage embracing changes and seizing new growth opportunities. - Supporting the Next Generation: The episode showcases the importance of practical experiences and mentorship in developing well-rounded industry professionals. - Resilience and Innovation: Dr. Bradley's story, from working on a sow farm to pioneering in podcasting and writing, demonstrates resilience and a commitment to the industry. Join us for this episode of The Real P3 podcast, packed with valuable lessons, inspiration, and guidance for anyone in the animal science field. It's a testament to adaptability, resilience, and the power of embracing change.

In this thought-provoking episode of the Real P3 podcast, we embark on a journey into the world of swine nutrition and sow health. Join us as we shine a spotlight on a topic often overshadowed by piglet research – anemia in sows. Our guest co-host, Katlyn McClellan, a master's student at South Dakota State University, brings her passion for sow health and animal science to the forefront. She shares her insights into the challenges of understanding anemia in sows and the necessity for sow-specific research. Listen closely as Katlyn McClellan discusses the significance of sow health, the potential role of mineral deficiencies, and the importance of dedicated research in nurturing the well-being of the very mothers who drive the swine industry. If you're passionate about animal science, swine nutrition, or the future of the swine industry, this episode is a must-listen. Join us on this enlightening journey and gain valuable insights that could reshape your understanding of sow health.

Join us in exploring the world of swine nutrition and health as Dr. Tyler Chevalier, a leading expert in the field, delves into the complexities of anemia in swine. Discover the latest insights, research findings, and practical solutions to ensure the well-being of sows and piglets in the swine industry. Don't miss a single episode of 'Anemia in Swine with Dr. Tyler Chevalier' as we unravel the science behind swine health.

Join us on this enlightening podcast series featuring Dr. Wesley Lyons, a renowned DVM and a leading expert in the field of swine nutrition and anemia management. In these engaging episodes, Host Dr. Casey L. Bradley and Guest Co-Host Katlyn McClellan delve into critical topics such as piglet anemia, sow anemia, iron supplementation, and advanced tools for detecting anemia in swine herds. Dr. Lyons shares his profound insights and experience, shedding light on the complexities of pig farming and offering practical solutions for enhancing swine health and growth. Whether you're a seasoned professional in animal science or a newcomer to the swine industry, this podcast series provides invaluable knowledge and expertise to help you navigate the evolving landscape of swine nutrition.

In this enlightening episode, we navigate the intersections of data analytics, technology, and the swine industry with Ximena, a key figure from HANOR. As the world rapidly digitizes, how does the swine industry keep pace? Ximena delves deep into the transformative power of data, highlighting the challenges, solutions, and the immense potential it holds for the future of swine production. We discuss: - The journey of building effective data platforms. - Tailoring dashboard visualizations for diverse stakeholders. - The essence of competition in driving excellence. - The protective role of data in animal health. - The evolving landscape of data tools integration in the industry. This conversation is not just about pigs and data—it's about shaping the future of swine nutrition and production through informed, data-driven decisions. Whether you're in the industry or just curious about where it's headed, this is one episode you don't want to miss!

Dive into the world of data in the agriculture sector with "The Real P3" as we explore its transformative power. Join our special guests, Mitch and Dr. Liliana Nolasco, as they shed light on the pivotal role data plays in making informed decisions in the swine industry. From collection methods to intricate data analytics, we unravel how every data point contributes to efficient decision-making processes. Mitch delves into the practicalities of data collection, emphasizing its flexibility to accommodate diverse situations in the ag industry. He also discusses the importance of transitioning from conventional methods to more efficient and reliable data collection techniques. Meanwhile, Dr. Liliana Nolasco, with her profound expertise, highlights the importance of planning, storage, visualization, and analysis in the data lifecycle. Her emphasis on "Data itself won't tell you anything if you don't analyze it" underscores the indispensable nature of data analytics in today's fast-evolving agricultural scene. Casey, with her rich experience and unique perspective, adds depth to the conversation by blending her own experiences with data, discussing the myriad challenges and solutions in merging research with reality. This episode isn't just a deep dive into data. It's a journey into the core of modern agriculture and how science, heart, and data come together to ensure a sustainable future. Join us, as we blend data-driven insights with on-ground experiences, all wrapped up in a podcast episode that promises enlightenment, engagement, and a fresh perspective on the swine industry. To learn more book an appointment today: https://bit.ly/feedforesight360intro

Celebrate 3 transformative years with us on this special anniversary episode of The Real P3! From the birth of the podcast in the rolling hills of South Africa to interviews that span the globe, we're taking a reflective journey back through 92 episodes of swine wisdom. Join Casey as she shares invaluable industry insights and personal stories of farmers and professionals met along the way—from the proud and resilient African swine producers to Europe's innovative leaders and beyond. In this episode, discover the meaningful connections and friendships that have grown out of these conversations, each illuminating the intricate facets of pig farming—whether it's tackling global challenges like ASF or advancing new tech solutions. It's more than just a podcast; it's a community that embodies The Sunswine Group's mission: "faithfully serving through science + heart." This episode is a heartfelt 'thank you' to listeners who've become family, providing the fuel to keep this project going. Happy Third Anniversary to The Real P3 family—because you truly inspire us as well.

In this insightful episode, we welcome Jaco Raath, a leading research nutritionist at Swine Nutrition Management in South Africa. Jaco delves deep into recent IMPROVAC trial results that revealed a significant gain in carcass weight for intact males, particularly highlighting the role of increased feed intake in the trial's final weeks. Alongside Jaco, we also feature Liana from Agritistics, emphasizing the ever-increasing importance of data analytics in swine nutrition management in episode 90. Both experts agree that data analytics can play a pivotal role in customizing nutritional strategies for each farm's unique setup, even down to the gilt-rearing stage. Jaco also gives us an update on their By-Product blend, acknowledging some challenges with mycotoxin levels but generally positive trends. He discusses the changing landscapes of winter and summer feeding programs, emphasizing the reduced need for seasonal shifts due to closely aligned nutrient specifications. Wrapping up, Jaco sheds light on the imminent challenges and opportunities in the South African and broader African swine industries, particularly noting the rising input costs and raw material quality. With their combined expertise, Jaco and Liana offer listeners valuable strategies to optimize swine nutrition and production efficiency.

Guest Biography Meet our special guest, Liana Erasmus. With over 12 years in the agricultural sector, Liana is a seasoned biochemist from the University of Pretoria who has specialized in various domains, from crop technology to business development. Adept in SharePoint and Microsoft applications, she's leveraged her skills to enhance efficiency and drive innovation in animal feed & additives. Known for her relentless commitment to industry excellence, Liana is ever-eager to tackle new challenges and empower farmers through data-driven strategies. Episode Overview: Introduction - Discussion Points: The weight of data analytics, navigating regional input costs, governmental influences, and the educational fabric holding agriculture together. Segment 1: Data-Driven Agriculture - Importance of accurate data in determining additives, medications, and nutrient cycles. - Perils of overlooking variables like disease rates. Segment 2: South African Perspective - Volatile maize prices and their impact. - Importance of governmental and private sector collaboration for robust data. Segment 3: Science Meets Business - Why commercial viability is non-negotiable. - Education as the bridge between complexity and actionability. Segment 4: The Educational Pillar - The crucial role of education for a sustainable agricultural future. - Shaping the next generation through digestible, accessible learning. Closing Remarks - Science not just for academia, but for real-world, impactful application. - The emerging niche of consultancy blending data science with animal nutrition. Valued Insights Shared by Liana Liana emphasizes the dire need for organized and easily interpretable data. From material characteristics to region-specific elements like weather, these data points are crucial for proactive decision-making in the industry. Liana strongly recommends predictive analytics as a way to remain ahead of challenges, thus benefiting farmers and the industry at large. She also touches on the dangers of oversimplifying market analytics, advising against a single-dimensional approach that doesn't consider variables like disease or mortality rates. What's Next? Connect with Liana Erasmus through email at liana@agritistics.co.za. To know more about Swine Nutrition Management, check out www.swine.co.za or visit The Sunswine Group at www.thesunswinegroup.com.

Steve Stockman grew up in the pork industry, has worked for a few large producers in the Midwest, and is now a field representative with Haverkamp Brothers Pork. He currently oversees grow-to-finish, nursery, and wean-to-finish sites. In this episode, Mr. Stockman gives his perspective from the front line where he is in constant communication and contact with contract growers. He and Dr. Bradley also review the contract grower system in the US and the challenges.

In this episode, The Real P3 goes global where Dr. Bradley visits with Philip van den Brink from the Netherlands and Willem Steyn from South Africa. Many of our audience may know but Philip and Willem are the two other founders of The Real P3 and work with Swine Nutrition Management. We will hear from both Philip and Willem on the status of the pork and other facets of agriculture in their respective regions. Additionally, new and ongoing challenges in these regions with respect to agriculture will be reviewed along with market conditions in both South Africa and Europe.

We bring together a diverse lineup of industry experts, innovators, and thought leaders who will guide you through the exciting world of technology in agriculture. Discover the cutting-edge equipment and technology that are transforming the world of pork production.

Dr. Zach Rambo works with Zinpro as North America's Swine Manager. In this episode, he and Dr. Bradley discuss zinc and other minerals along with how Zinpro is focused on researching and providing proper trace minerals to the swine industry. Dr. Smith received his Ph.D. from Kansas State University and is now the technical swine nutritionist at Kent Nutrition. In this episode, he and Dr. Bradley discuss nutrition around the Berkshire line and some of the specifics regarding nutrition around niche markets. Recently, small scale, niche, and backyard livestock production seems to be making a comeback as customers have begun expressing more interest in transparency around their food.

Dr. Obrien has been technical services veterinarian with Merck Animal Health for the past six years. In this World Pork Expo interview with Dr. Obrien, she and Dr. Bradley discuss Merck's new 3-in-1 vaccination for swine. This new vaccine effectively vaccinates swine for Porcine Circovirus types 2-A and 2-D, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, and Lawsonia intracellularis. Mr. Hannam is the CEO of Farm Health Guardian where he and his team are focused on biosecurity in the swine and poultry industries. He has been involved in the industry for over 20 years, mostly in animal health. His experiences of these years lead him to build Farm Guardian. Their new product called Protocol which is biosecurity management system that is a combination of on farm hardware and software that takes biosecurity protocols to the next level where they can be implemented and managed more effectively.

Mitch completed his undergraduate degree at Southern Arkansas University. After which he started his career at Novozymes Biologicals in Fayetteville, AR where he worked as a Research Associate performing in vivo poultry trials with probiotics and enzymes. During his time at Novozymes, he began his graduate studies in poultry science. Mitch recently completed his master's degree in poultry science and will continue into a PhD program. Mitch came to The Sunswine Group as the technical manager in 2022 where he works with customers on nutrition and data management as well as leading the development of our new line of products for backyard poultry producers. His graduate research is centered around early colonization and bloom control in the hatchery.

Dr. Danielle Graham is a new assistant professor at the University of Arkansas Poultry Science Department where her focus is intestinal health and parasitology in chickens. Dr. Graham received her bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D. from the University of Arkansas. Her lab currently focuses on microbial challenge in the hatchery where previously developed challenge models allow for in depth research on the transmission of various pathogenic bacteria within the hatching cabinet. Her lab has also researches various probiotic strategies using these models on mitigating pathogen transmission with the goal to find a suitable alternative to formaldehyde. Also, her lab conducts research on problematic protozoa such as Eimeria and Histomonas. Dr. Graham has a huge heart for the poultry industry and is dedicating her career to finding solutions to the problems that plague the industry now and in the future.

Dr. Pixley is an Arkansas native and grew up on a poultry, beef, and dairy farm in the state's northwest corner. He attended the University of Arkansas and completed a bachelor's degree in biological engineering after completing his master's and doctorate in Poultry Science. During his Ph.D., he worked with two professors from the University of Arkansas to build a start-up company to market some of the technologies developed during his graduate career. Dr. Pixley now works with Novozymes as a senior manager in the animal health and nutrition division. In this episode, he will share some of his experiences with probiotics and some insights into the past, present, and future possibilities of probiotics as they relate to the poultry industry.

In the first episode of our probiotic's series, we visit with one of Dr. Bradley's classmates from the University of Arkansas, Dr. Dari Brown. She received her PhD in nutritional immunology from the University of Arkansas where she also completed a post doc. Dr. Brown has worked with probiotics in several different livestock species as well as in the pet space across various companies like Land-O-Lakes, Purina, and others. Dr. Brown gives us some insight into regulatory requirements, history, current applications, and some challenges associated with probiotics.

With a new and fresh perspective we welcome back to the world of animal science enthusiasts! After a long hiatus, we are excited to announce the return of The Real P3 podcast, where we delve into the fascinating world of animal behavior, nutrition, physiology, etc. In this season, we feature expert guests who will share their insights on different topics related to the industry! Join us as we explore the latest research and developments in the field of animal science. Get ready for an informative and engaging conversation that will deepen your appreciation for the creatures that share our planet with us. So sit back, relax, and tune in to The Real P3 podcast – we guarantee you won't be disappointed!

“What the Pig” Part 3. In this episode, our host Dr. Casey Bradley delivers another solo podcast to discuss her career experiences and needed changes our industry needs. Casey reflects on all the great mentors in her career and calls out Dr. Peter Wilcock with AB Vista for being one of her most influential and important people. As a follow-up to parts one and two, she highlights the needed changes in our industry. Also, Dr. Bradley shares the upcoming refresh for The Real P3 as we plan to strike out pigs and change it for people. We can learn so much from others and other industries, and we hope to continue to drive thoughtful discussions and change within animal agriculture. To join our community and stay up-to-date with The Real P3 and The Sunswine Group, join our email list http://bit.ly/3Wwnkq0

In the second part of our series on women in the swine industry, we visit with three incredible women with various careers however, they all have one thing in common…they are all moms. Our guests for this episode are: Amanda Minton, Sara Hough and Whitney Lincoln. Many of the women in our industry are also moms so this episode is dedicated to them. With this episode, we hope to shed light on the negative stigma that exists within our industry and many other industries around family leave, PTO, and health leave. Some of the conversation in this episode is around the feeling of having to choose between our families and our careers when there should be no need to choose one or the other. In recent years, we have proven that this balance can exists with more options for flexible work. We hope our listeners will enjoy this episode from the perspective of moms and that our listeners who are leaders in the industry will take the time to evaluate their ideals around employees who are moms. With that said, we hope the ideas and conversations in this episode are not limited to moms but to all employees. At The Real P3, we firmly believe that allowing employees to achieve a work life balance and maintain a high quality of life is the foundation of high performing individuals.

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In this episode, we shift gears a little bit from our by-products series and visit with Chris Bomgaars, founder of Every Pig. Chris grew up immersed in the swine industry through his father's local veterinary clinic. Chris then studied international business in Spain but returned to his hometown to work with his father's expanding business. Chris saw a missing piece in the swine industry, ultimately becoming his platform's basis. He noticed that most of the health problems in the swine industry were being reacted to quite slowly rather than being proactive. He began looking at how information was being collected and noticed that many of the methods used did not allow the industry to act fast enough to mitigate these challenges. Originally, Every Pig started as a digital collection application that allowed for data to be collected in real-time that had previously been collected on paper. Over time, the platform was expanded to utilize artificial intelligence to suggest certain diseases based on pictures. If you would like to learn more about Chris and Every Pig after listening to this episode, you can follow in the link below. www.everypig.com

This solo episode with Dr. Bradley wraps up our three-part series on byproducts. The first two episodes in the series focused on digging into DDGS and milk byproducts. In contrast, in this episode, Dr. Bradley shifted the focus of the conversation to a broader selection of ingredients and applications. She talks about her experience over her many years of being in the feed industry, including some of the more interesting ingredients she has used in the past and the challenges associated with those ingredients. She also provides perspective on using byproducts from the feed milling point of view. Finally, the episode is wrapped up with a discussion about the sustainability aspect that using byproducts in feed provides to the livestock industry.

On this week's episode The Real P3 visits with David Rosero (tag here) and Nick Shelton (tag here) on the use of DDGS in swine nutrition. Dr. Rosero is a nutritionist for The Hanor Company and Dr. Shelton is a consulting nutritionist for NutriQuest. David gives us the viewpoint from an integrator perspective while Nicks point of view comes from independent producers across the US. David and Nick give us great insight on the challenges associated with using DDGS from a cost perspective, inclusion fluctuation, and toxin concentration in addition to the benefit opportunities associated with sustainability.

This week's episode is the first of a three-part series on by-products and their applications in swine feed. The topic of this episode is milk by-products where we visit with Phillip Van den Brink from the Netherlands and Casey van der Bergh from South Africa, both of whom are wonderful swine nutritionist. We discuss the uses of several milk by-products we in the swine industry obtain from the dairy industry and the successes and challenges involved.

In this episode, we touch base with Vincent ter Beek at Pig Progress. We discuss various topics from around the world that occurred in Q3, 2022. One of the main topics is around some of the recent technological advancements in the swine industry and some of the challenges they face. Also, we discuss the status of the labor market in the US and Europe in terms of the swine industry as well as the effects of the events unfolding in Ukraine. We had several great guests on The Real P3 this year. On this episode we recap some of the main topics of these episodes and how they still apply as we move into the fourth quarter of 2022. Another main discussion of this episode revolves around taking care of the most important part of our industry and ultimately all industries, the people. Without the passionate people who work in our industry, it would not be possible to continue to produce high quality pork. How do we in the agriculture industry make time for the important things in our life? How do operation managers and owners ensure they don't find their employees and themselves in a state of “burnout” and at a loss of motivation? We also explore the beginning of what seems to be a resurgence in American homesteading with the increase in remote work as a result of COVID. We end the episode with a call to action to the entire industry to be the change we want to see and give our best effort to educate the public on what we do, how we do it, and why we do it the way we do.

In this episode, the Real P3 visits with Ben Greenfield from Ohio. In addition to his 15 years of experience managing hog confinements, Ben has also worked in the meat and dairy industries. Ben gives us some insight into the US swine industry from the perspective of a contract caregiver. Most of his experience is in the ween-to-finish phase of pork production. Ben also touches on some advice he has for managers and producers to confront the labor shortages and low retention rates the industry currently faces.

This week we visit with Susannah and Molly Gibson from the UK. Together, they run a family-owned, pasture-based 1100 sow operation that participates in The Red Tractor program. These ladies are at the pinnacle of animal welfare in the UK as they hold themselves, their employees, and their entire process to the highest of standards. They are also both involved in the Ladies and Pigs program which is an organization that is very involved in educating the pork industry in the UK. We discuss some of their challenges, success, and outlook on the future of pasture-based pork in the UK. Diversification of the family business is in the near future as Molly wants to build a farm store and café to accompany their farm. We also get a good comparison between the US and UK quality control measures.

In this episode, we visit with Stewart Skinner from Ontario Canada. Stewart raises specialty pork and focuses on the antibiotic-free market. He went from growing up on a pig farm to pursuing a degree in agriculture business as well as a master's in agriculture economics at The University of Guelph. After college, Stewart started his career in politics working as political staff for the minister of agriculture in Ontario. After a few years, Stewart decided to return to farming where he founded Imani Farms in 2016. His farm focuses on raising certified humane pigs. This certification involves third-party inspections of their facilities and pigs. Today, Imani Farms produces 25000 pigs each year for certified humane and certified organic markets. Stewart's farm is a mix between farrow-to-finish and ween-to-finish production. Stewart discusses several important challenges in this episode that range from water treatment to determining when to medically treat pigs while still maintaining the organic and humane principles he is so passionate about.

This is the final part of our series featuring the swine research presented at the ASAS national meeting held in Oklahoma back in June. Our guest for this episode is Dalton Obermier, who grew up on an acreage in York, Nebraska in which he was fortunate enough to show horses, cattle, and pigs at the local, state, and national levels. 4H and FFA consumed most of his younger years which soon after transitioned into animal science once he got to college. He received a bachelor's degree in animal science in 2018 from UNL, M.S. in 2020 from North Carolina State University, and now he is working on his Ph.D. in animal breed and genetics back at UNL. His research focuses on sow longevity traits and the development of phenotypes using Nutrack, an advanced computer vision system.

We continue our journey with the series of swine research from ASAS meetings held in Oklahoma in June. Today is Dan Bussières' turn. He is an agronomist and the co-founder of Groupe Cèrés from Québec. This company offers services in all fields of activity related to pig farming: genetics, nutrition, food production, research, management, and network production. In this episode, we will discuss zinc in piglets' diet, as well as other nutrition topics, such as creep feeding and other relevant topics in the swine industry, like droughts, and challenges to do better commercial level research, all from a Canadian perspective.

This episode is part of our ASAS 2022 Annual Meeting Special on the swine research presented this summer in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. We interview Dr. Christine Bone with the University of Guelph to discuss her research on boar taint. Christine grew up in a rural community in SW Ontario Canada and developed her interest in agriculture and the pork industry at a young age. The goal of her research is to find early markers in boars to predict both early or late puberty and the ultimate boar taint. But the process is complex and multifactorial. Her ultimate goal is to not only predict the onset of boar taint in the meat but to find natural solutions to prevent it.

This episode kicks off our series featuring swine research that was presented at the American Association of Animal Science (ASAS) Annual Meeting held in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma from June 26-30, 2022. We are featuring Dr. Arlene Garcia that we first met in Episode 34 and learned about her research around timely euthanasia. So, we thought it would be a great opportunity to feature Dr. Garcia again, as she presented the data from her research. Almost all individuals on the farm are responsible for euthanasia with their day-day roles. Dr. Garcia was surprised by the demographics of the participants of her survey, as most of the employees had a degree from higher education institutions as part of their TN-60 VISA requirements. Within her survey, the majority of the subjects interviewed were from Mexico and ranged in age and gender, while the educational level was 84% of the subjects had a bachelor's degree or higher, and more than half were veterinarians. Within the survey, there were numerous differences between gender, including job satisfaction. Dr. Bradley takes Dr. Garcia down the path of how her research is connected to the preparation of Foreign Animal diseases and potential mass-depopulation needs. About our Guest Dr. Arlene Garcia-Marquez is a Presidio, Texas, native with a research focus in animal behavior and welfare. She is a PAACO-certified multi-species animal welfare auditor, a licensed veterinary technician, and an animal welfare consultant for various industry groups. Research Her area of research is focused on the management of compromised livestock and timely euthanasia. She has also done extensive pig transportation research that has helped develop national guidelines and continues to work on finding innovative ways to reduce transport stress. Her research goals are to continue to improve animal welfare by addressing commercial needs and developing programs that educate caretakers on the relevance of humane handling and welfare. Service Dr. Garcia has vast experience in animal welfare auditing standards to prepare local producers for third-party audits. She is the Texas Tech University (TTU) president-elect for the Latino Hispanic Faculty and Staff Association, a co-chair for the Animal Behavior and Well-being Program for the American Society of Animal Science (ASAS), and a member of the Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee for ASAS. Dr. Garcia provides service to other areas at her home institution, as well as for industry. • To connect with Dr. Arlene Garcia to learn more about her research, visit www.depts.ttu.edu. • To learn more about ASAS, visit www.asas.org. • To connect with Dr. Casey Bradley, visit www.thesunswinegroup.com • Check www.pigprogress.net to keep up to date with the global swine industry.

Barrett Eller has a long history in the industry and community of the swine industry. His experience started with New Fashion as a Safety Manager, then stepped away for a few years in which he worked for a mining company, and then came back to New Fashion Pork as more of a Human Resources Manager and Operation Improvement Role. Now Barrett is now the Director of Sales for Swine Technologies. Our host, Dr. Casey Bradley, and Barrett connect over their history at New Fashion Pork, even though it was at different times. The discussion includes components of worker safety, continuous improvement, and employee culture. All producers can relate to the banter about wearing rubber boots for 8+ hours on concrete floors. Barrett suggests that producers get caught up in the risk-reward equation before making changes that could lead to improvement. Also, many producers need to dial into their metrics and what are the highest priorities to truly drive continuous improvement and the culture on the farm. The conversation further dives into the comfort levels of technology and how to change your culture to adapt technology to drive efficiencies. Barrett mentions that is critical to provide continuous value to your team on the inside versus always looking outside of your organization for the next hire to breed the culture and pride that will ultimately seep out into the community. He also touches on the fact that the TN60 program is not always the long-term solution for labor but needs to develop the pool within our communities. Connect with Barrett Eller and SwineTech at https://swinetechnologies.com/ Connect with Dr. Casey Bradley at www.thesunswinegroup.com Learn more about New Fashion Pork at http://nfpinc.com/

Keeping with tradition, this episode will feature highlights, critical news, and events from the second quarter of 2022 in the global swine industry. Meetings and events were in full swing after COVID for the worldwide swine industry in the second quarter. Our host, Dr. Casey Bradley, had an opportunity to attend both the World Pork Expo (Des Moines, IA, in June) and the National American Society of Animal Science Meeting (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, in June), in which we will feature key take-aways and a few interviews. Other news is the continuous ramifications of the Ukraine-Russia war on the grain markets and the energy crisis that is being felt worldwide. In the Netherlands, farmers are protesting the new legislation around ammonia emissions that will ultimately destroy the agricultural industry within their country. Lasting COVID impacts are still being felt worldwide from the availability of ingredients. Weather patterns have also played a pivotal role in commodity pricing and mycotoxin levels across the globe for swine producers. This episode includes interviews with Dr. Mike Tokach, Kansas State University; Shannon Dierking, South Dakota State University; Christine Snowden, Ohio State University; Brian Strobel, Gestal; Ric Karlin, JIMDI. Topics include gilt development, National ASAS Meetings focusing on the swine industry, turnaround farrowing crates, precision feeding solutions, the European situation, and more. Want to read more about WPX or National ASAS Meetings? Make sure you visit www.pigprogress.net. To learn more about the groups featured on this podcast, visit: https://www.jimdiinc.com/ https://jygatech.com/ https://www.asi.k-state.edu/research-and-extension/swine/ https://www.sdstate.edu/animal-science https://ansci.osu.edu/ https://www.asas.org/ https://www.worldpork.org/ https://www.swine.co.za/ https://thesunswinegroup.com/

In this episode, we get the pleasure of visiting with Mark Jagger, Assistant Growing Farms Manager for BQP (British Quality Pigs) of Pilgrims U.K. Mark grew up in agriculture and worked his way up through the ranks in the swine industry. You will instantly feel his passion and love for the swine industry and his 28 years at BQP. We discuss the two types of pigs raised in the U.K., the Red Tractor Pig or the RSPCA assured pig or conventional versus outdoor-grown with straw deep-bedded barns for finishing. The discussion also leads to the current market issues facing the U.K. swine industry. Mark discusses the retailer support of producers, but at the same time, possibly the negative aspects of keeping prices low to help the industry rebound. The next component of this episode is around employee well-being. Mark is gracious to share his struggles with mass depopulation and the emotional toll it had on him. He discusses the Post-Combat Fatigue that he went through from these events and his love of his stock. And the importance of seeking help and talking about events with others allows others to open up, and you end up helping more than yourself. But the UK has stepped up and incorporated mental health aspects into their jobs as fieldsmen to ensure the well-being both of their animals and people. The conversation then turns into the new generation of farm workers and the entrance of women into different roles. In Mark's words, the growing team has gone from a group of old men to 60% females with equal opportunities. With these changes, BQP is looking for ways to make the work easier to maintain our staff. We need to learn what motivates our employees and not what motivates the bottom line. About our Guest: Mark Jagger worked with pigs since 1987. He started at the bottom and worked through to the roll has now. He has worked for BQP for 28 years all in the growing end of the business. Firstly, as a Fieldsman but now his role is predominantly to find new farmers to build new contract piggeries for BQP alongside working on improvements in the water systems on the farm and any other practical challenges are thrown our way. He was instrumental in kicking off BQP's record-keeping systems on the farm which are now being developed by professionals to be a web-based portal. He loves pigs. He loves the challenge of working with pig people. To connect with Mark Jagger – follow him on Twitter @piggy_jags To learn more about BQP and Pilgrims UK visit https://www.pilgrimsuk.com

This is Part 2 of 2 with UK's Mark Jagger, Assistant Growing Farms Manager for BQP (British Quality Pigs) of Pilgrims U.K. Mark grew up in agriculture and worked his way up through the ranks in the swine industry. You will instantly feel his passion and love for the swine industry and his 28 years at BQP. We discuss the two types of pigs raised in the U.K., the Red Tractor Pig or the RSPCA assured pig or conventional versus outdoor-grown with straw deep-bedded barns for finishing. In this part of the series, we discuss the importance of water. Through his career of trial and error, he invented a new waterer for finisher pigs. In case you don't pick up on it, BQP's performance in the finisher period is something to brag about and take note. About our Guest: Mark Jagger worked with pigs since 1987. He started at the bottom and worked through to the roll has now. He has worked for BQP for 28 years all in the growing end of the business. Firstly, as a Fieldsman but now his role is predominantly to find new farmers to build new contract piggeries for BQP alongside working on improvements in the water systems on the farm and any other practical challenges are thrown our way. He was instrumental in kicking off BQP's record-keeping systems on the farm which are now being developed by professionals to be a web-based portal. He loves pigs. He loves the challenge of working with pig people. To connect with Mark Jagger – follow him on Twitter @piggy_jags To learn more about BQP and Pilgrims UK visit https://www.pilgrimsuk.com

In this episode, we visit Danish Pork Producer Asger Krogsgaard, owner of Mogensgaard Farm in Western Jutland, Denmark. Mr. Krogsgaard is also actively involved as a member of the Danish Crown Cooperative. He has been a member of the board for 19 years and is now Vice-Chairman of the Danish Crown Board. The cooperative is owned by approximately 2,000 pork producers and 5,000 cattle producers. They slaughter 17.5 million pigs per year equating to 70% of Denmark's swine production. During the episode, we discuss the current market state of Denmark due to rising grain prices and EU ASF export issues and then we also discuss current politics in the EU and how they are impacting swine producers in Denmark. To learn more about Mr. Krogsgaard and free farrowing on his farm watch Pig Progress's Webinar Free Farrowing now at https://www.pigprogress.net/webinar-free-farrowing/.

In this episode, we are excited to share The Real P3's Co-Founder, Willem Steyn, and SwiNE Nutrition Management's Inaugural Swine Research Day. We also have Chantel Pennicott back on the podcast. She has been both an Extern for The Real P3 and is now Technical Manager for the Baynesfield Estates and manages the research facility that ran many of the trials showcased at their Research Day. The purpose of the research program aligns very well with Mr. Baynesfield's wishes to share knowledge and train the future in agriculture. Both Willem and Chantel discuss the need for relevant research and economically valuable research for producers.

In this episode, we have an interesting journey talking with Chantel Pennicott a South African M.S. graduate in pig simulation modeling and nutrition. * 00:02:03 We start discussing if modeling is the way to mitigate risk in the swine industry and if it can be used in pig producers' favor. * 00:03:52 Feed efficiency or the highest gains, treatments, may not bring necessarily the highest profits * 00:04:12 We discuss our guest model development, EFG pig modeling optimizers, and Gompertz equation, to predict pig's performance, from feed intake to weight gain, and other important information. * 00:06:35 We simulate a market scenario, in the summertime, discussing with the guest possible recommendations for the producers. Predicting the change in the animal's feed intake, and providing feed with the highest or lowest nutrients according to the case. * 00:10:06 The market is becoming more and more volatile, with lower and lower margins, so modeling will give farmers a competitive advantage in the now decision making. * 00:15:05 About fiber, how to utilize it. * 00:17:31 Components or ingredients in South African pigs' diet. To stay connected to The Real P3 subscribe at https://zfrmz.com/fKGhOXhbGkXbZScVeJXW. To keep up-to-date on the global swine industry or to listen to more episodes visit www.pigprogress.net.

In this episode, Dr. Casey Bradley and two representatives from HALE, Josh and Travis, discuss the hot topic of biosecurity. The fundamental principles of ventilation, filtration, and disinfection are highlighted, and how they can be used to improve your farm's production efficiency, overall pig and worker health, and profitability. Pressing questions about our current and future systems are discussed and addressed. To learn more about HALE visit www.hale-ag.com.

For this episode, we venture outside of swine production from a traditional perspective and discuss a new idea for the supply chain for grains and pulse crops with Joshua Toews with NGF Global. Through this startup, we find solutions to bring transparency and connection to our food chain while providing value to both the crop farmers and the customers they supply. While NGF is just starting with pulse crops, the future of agriculture is in its sights. About our guest: Mr. Joshua Toews, a U.S. Air Force Veteran, has over 15 years of experience in operational management. Joshua, a multi-generational farmer/rancher, has held positions within airlines where he oversaw the changes within maintenance departments during start-up, rebranding, and structuring. During this time, Joshua was tasked to build maintenance departments from the ground up. Joshua was recognized as one of the largest pulse crop and wheat originators in the United States. He managed two of the largest gross bushel originating facilities in Montana. Joshua is a proven successful entrepreneur; starting his own agricultural company, he was able to build and make it profitable within its first year of operation. He has since sold his venture to focus on the efforts of NGF Global. Joshua is one of the original co-founders of NGF Global. This company was created to bridge the gap between producers and pulse crop/oilseed buyers and implement full transparency and traceability throughout the entire process. NGF Global opens new opportunities for both grain buyers and producers through this process. Due to Joshua taking part on both sides of the grain trade, he was tasked with recognizing the shortfalls in the pulse crop and oilseed industry for NGF Global and creating a solution to these problems. To learn more about NGF Global visit https://www.ngf-global.com.

In part 2 with Jeb Gent, we discuss the innovation behind Ascension Ag's new product and company. The idea came from riding around with a veterinarian and PEDV reinfection from slaughter trucks. A liquid disinfectant was not practical, thus developing a dry disinfectant. Also, in this episode, we discuss the primary needs of biosecurity and the simple things we can do to protect our swine herds.

This episode highlights Midwest ASAS's symposium "I am not Bossy - Professional Women in the Allied Industry" and other presentations from this year's meeting. In the first part of the episode, our host Casey Bradley discusses the symposium and the inspiration beyond it. We also chat with Edward Yang about the Midwest highlights and what it means to be a scholar, his research, and what's next for the industry. This episode (and within the agricultural sector) focuses on finding solutions to natural climate change problems through sustainability, precision feeding, and pig production. Essential topics such as using different protein levels and ingredients – the US corn and soy meals – to improve production efficiency are addressed. What other options do we have besides the diet? Improving our sustainability and using it as an objective must be economical to make it advantageous. The importance of annual sustainability reports as the first starting point to sustainability through numbers and the ethical debate of how ‘data mining' is dangerous. How to, as a student, network yourself as the next generation in the animal science industry as a valuable asset. About the host: Dr. Casey Bradley is an Animal Scientist and Nutritionist that has worked with swine and other livestock with many years of valuable experience. Her specialties include product development, technical writing, presentations, research, technical sales, mentoring, and networking. Her focus is on nutrition, immunology, and animal welfare. She has presented at large conferences in the USA, Canada, Greece, and Denmark with work experience in farm and research management, technical service and sales, regulatory, project, and employee management. An industry leader, guiding students and colleagues towards sustainable pork production. About the guest: Edward is a young scholar with great potential and aspirations who is also the young scholar award (ASAS) holder. A Ph.D. candidate at the University of Minnesota, originally from China, has spent the last ten years in the US working with pigs. He is a nutritionist with a focus on grower-finisher pigs and how we can reduce nitrogen production and nitrogen recycling through precision feeding practices. Key takeaways •We need to start paying attention to real and current data in order to understand where we are in terms of sustainability in the agricultural industry •Agricultural symposiums bridge the gap of sustainability between the beef, dairy, poultry and pork producers, and the consumer •Providing actual data and making proactive decisions are necessary to move forward as an industry •Research projects and data are information-rich when analyzed properly •We need to pay more attention to the benefits women offer to the industry, starting with men

This episode is part 1 of 2 featuring Jeb Gent Co-Founder of Ascension Ag. We will be discussing what it is like being an entrepreneur in the swine industry. We will highlight the challenges and considerations Jeb and his company faced as they developed a new product and how they are changing the way we think about biosecurity within our industry.

This episode will discuss quarter one updates from the global perspective. The number one headline is the war of Ukraine and the disappearance of COVID in the news. We discuss the repercussions of the war in Ukraine across the world for grain supplies that ultimately funnel into the swine industry. The supply chain will be ever further pushed to meet the demands and have lasting impacts on our industry, from fertilizer for crops to parts for our feed mills. We further discuss policy decisions and how the swine industry can incorporate alternative energy within the swine industry. The energy crisis is something to watch as an industry. Getting back to swine, United Pork Americas has been postponed until September. Vincent will be hosting webinars until late May and then heading out back in late May for several live events worldwide. And of course, we have an update on the global ASF situation with an outbreak in Italy found in 60 wild boars. Also, Thailand finally mentioned ASF was present even though most of the industry knew it was there and has now reported 61 outbreaks. We have also listened to our followers and will evolve our podcast and deliver the best content for our industry. Visit www.pigprogress.net to keep abreast of global swine industry news. To sign-up to join The Real P3 Podcast Newsletter, please fill out the form at https://zfrmz.com/fKGhOXhbGkXbZScVeJXW.

In this episode, we go on a safari – to South Africa. The Sunswine Groups' new extern Marc Raath gives a different perspective on animal health and biosecurity. We address some of the pitfalls that producers experience with biosecurity and management. How have on-farm challenges changed over time and finding the balance between biosecurity and employee compliance through identifying simple solutions? We delve into what it means for a pig to be “content” and how fiber is “the missing link” for optimal pig health and economics. We sneak at Marc's new research on tail biting and his day-to-day life as an animal health technician. To read more about biosecurity in South Africa visit: Highlights • Marc has almost 20 years in agricultural industry and has been working in the pig industry for the last 7 years. • Marc visits onsite to collect samples and he has seen first-hand that some disease protocols are not up to standard. • Marc believes that biosecurity is a lifestyle and not just a set of rules that you have to follow. • Marc sees too many things being taken into areas not allowed. • Producers should try to build trust with the workers. • The trust has to be mutual. • You should be able to do whatever you are requiring a worker to do. They have to know that you aren't requesting something of them that you cannot do. • There is now more emphasis on vehicle disinfection. • More effort is going into bird proofing. • Fencing requirements are changing and becoming more stringent. • Marc finds that older more naturally controlled facilities have better animal welfare. • Proper control of feeding is critical to contentment which can be a key contributor on tail biting.

In this episode, we visit Farrpro's Founder and CEO Amos Petersen and COO Bill Winkelman about bringing innovations into the swine industry. We discuss their experiences in developing new ideas on creating microenvironments for piglets. Key Highlights: • Amos believes that there is a trust issue in the pork industry with some outside technologies that could be beneficial. • Evaluating new technologies requires new metrics to measure success. • Bill believes that the diversity of experiences coming into the industry is helping. People come in from outside industries, and they have different ideas and ways of seeing things. • Today's challenges, in particular labor, are driving innovation. • A large part of Farrpro's success is a true collaboration with clients. • Regular heat maps frequently fail because of wire design. • Farrpro's NanoMat is designed with more durable and efficient materials. • The NanoMat also has a better grip surface, and it is safer for pigs. • Electrical heat use is approximately 65% less for the NanoMat than traditional heat maps. • Pork producers need to look at the farm's design. Other industries seem to be more innovative. Pork producers can learn from others. To learn more, visit www.farrpro.com

In this episode, Stephen Hall discusses how the industry needs to focus more on the producer economics of what data is revealing and how genetics can help with herd management. He also talks about the importance of the industry controlling the narrative around the perception of how pork is produced.