The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Young Dal Jang: Managing Low Weaning Weight Piglets - Part 1 | Ep. 189
Sep 18, 2025In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Young Dal Jang from the University of Georgia explores nutritional strategies for managing low weaning weight pigs. He discusses the physiological stress of weaning, the role of biomarkers, and ways to improve piglet survival and performance. Learn how tailored nutrition can support growth and reduce post-weaning challenges. Listen now on all major platforms!
What will you learn:
- Importance of weaning weight
- Post-weaning stress factors
- Biomarkers for pig health
- Gut permeability indicators
- Tailored nutrition strategies
Meet the guest:
Dr. Young Dal Jang is an Assistant Professor of Non-Ruminant Nutrition at the University of Georgia. With a Ph.D. in Animal Nutrition and Biochemistry from Seoul National University, his expertise centers on swine nutrition, particularly young pig and sow development. He previously held academic roles at the University of Kentucky and the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.
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