The belly of the pig has become substantially crucial in recent years, mainly due to increased global demand. Countries like South Korea and Japan favor these cuts for their traditional cooking methods and are willing to pay a premium for high-quality bellies. Moreover, the popularity and...
Hey there!
It is imperative to have excellent reproductive capacity within a swine herd in order to enjoy the farm's success and profitability in the future. In this episode, Dan Bussieres provides practical tips and takeaways on critical topics like semen extenders, reduced semen doses,...
Innovative strategies for disease prevention and management are needed for the Canadian - and global - swine industry. Currently, a lot of attention is being paid to understanding Porcine Circovirus Type 2 (PCV2) and determining its implications for our pig production. For effective control and...
Hello there,
Swineherd health is a pressing concern across the globe, and stringent biosecurity measures have been implemented to maintain the robustness and productivity of pig populations. In this episode, I spoke with Dr. Luc Dufresne. Our conversation highlights the shift towards...
Hello there,
Robust biosecurity compliance is imperative for the Canadian and global swine industry. Aligning rigorous biosecurity protocols with employees' varied routines and habits poses challenges. Also, quantifying impact continues to be a daunting task, as does supplanting unfruitful...
Hello there,
Phosphorus and calcium are vital minerals for swine nutrition and health. As such, research efforts have been intensified to refine their role, aiming for sustainable practices. With that in mind, I interview Dr. Marie-Pierre Létourneau Montminy, an expert in calcium and...
Hello there,
Introducing the Pig Paradigm Project! Have you ever heard of it? It's a groundbreaking initiative funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation in Denmark with a whopping €20 million investment. To shed light on this project and discuss gut health, I talk with Dr. Élisabeth...
Hello there,
Ensuring biosecurity in the swine industry is crucial for the health of our animals and communities – and biocontainment is a key part of it. In this episode, we focus our conversation on the revolutionary software of geofencing and its profound impact on enhancing...
Hello there,
During gestation and lactation, it is crucial to provide sows with the appropriate amount of amino acids and proteins. These vital nutrients support significant metabolic processes that directly impact fetal growth, mammary gland development, and milk production. To shed light...
Hello there,
The Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED) virus is a highly contagious and devastating pathogen. While it particularly impacts piglets under the age of 10 and other animals do recover from the diarrhea, it is still a threat to the whole swine sector. To prevent infection, effective...
Precision feeding optimizes pig health and performance by tailoring diets to meet individual requirements, minimize waste, and maximize efficiency. In other words, it improves feed efficiency through targeted interventions, the management of nutritional imbalances, cost savings, and the promotion...
Hello there,
Newly emerging pathogens in the swine industry, such as Streptococcus zooepidemicus (Strep zoo) and Porcine Astrovirus 4 (PoAstV4), have been raising concerns among swine producers and veterinarians. Their existence emphasizes the continuous need for vigilance and proactive...
