The Swine It Podcast Show - Dr. Mark Whitney: Monoglycerides in Swine Health | Ep. 243

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Mark Whitney discusses the benefits and applications of monoglycerides, emphasizing their crucial role in modulating immune responses and enhancing gut health, which boosts overall swine well-being and productivity. Dr. Whitney also covers the exploration of innovative synergies achieved by combining monoglycerides with other additive technologies, spotlighting the potential for optimizing swine health strategies. This exploration offers a glimpse into the future of swine production, highlighting sustainable and effective health management practices. Tune in now, available on all major platforms.

What will you learn: 

​​Gut health focus

Monoglycerides benefits

Antibiotic alternatives

Nutritional impacts

Immune response

Meet the guest: Dr. Mark Whitney, currently serving as the Technical Services Manager in Swine Nutrition at Eastman, brings an extensive background in swine nutrition. With expertise in animal nutrition, husbandry, feed formulation, and strong leadership skills, Dr. Whitney holds a Ph.D. and extensive research experience from the University of Minnesota, as well as an MS in Animal Nutrition from North Dakota State University. Transitioning from academic research to hands-on extension work, and eventually into the commercial sector, he has made significant contributions to swine health management.

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn