SwineCast 0735 Show Notes:
- Aflatoxin issues abound in the 2012 harvest. Kansas State's Joel DeRouchey discusses the issue and options for livestock producers in the months ahead.
SwineCast 0734 Show Notes:
- Land O Lakes Purina Feeds is creating a learning space for pork producers to reach 30 pigs/sow/year on a regular basis. The Feeding For 30 program includes nutrition, information and case studies, as related by Elena Lindemann, lactating livestock marketing director.
SwineCast 0732 Show Notes:
- Kansas State's Dr. Mike Tokach visits the possible changes in optimal market weights in light of feed costs and gain per day issues. He also takes a look at potential grain quality issues in the 2012 crop in this conversation with Eric Atkinson.
SwineCast 0731 Show Notes:
- Proper euthanasia practices lessen stress on barn technicians and present a better picture to the public at large. Dr. Tina Widowski, professor of animal and poultry science and the director of the Campbell Centre for Animal Welfare at the University of Guelph, discusses new work with Bruce Cochrane which shows promise on both the scientific and social front.
SwineCast 0729 Show Notes:
- Lameness resulting from mycoplasma infection can alter the appearance of your herd as well as your bottom line. The Maschhoffs' Dr. Clayton Johnson discusses what your barn techs will see and what treatment options are available.
SwineCast 0727 Show Notes:
- The annual Carolina Swine Health Seminar is enjoyable on a number of fronts and increases in presentation quality over time. This short conversation highlights the scope of the presentations as Dr. John Kolb discusses his take aways.
- From the 2012 Boehringer Ingelheim Swine Health Seminar, August 9 - 11, 2012, Wrightsville Beach, NC, USA.
