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SwineCast 0286 Show Notes:

• "We estimate losses of $27 per head on average for 2008 for farrow-to-finish operations and those taking the market risk" - Chris Hurt
• Ron Plain looks at feed price support elements
• Belstra Milling's Jon Hoek explains why his organization bends over backwards to engage the local citizenry
• Dr Dennis DiPietre stops by to look at impact of outside influencers on our markets... today we discuss stagflation and the importance of world markets
• PCVAD update with Dr Lisa Tokach speaking at Pigski in Colorado

SwineCast 0248 Show Notes:

• Industry consultant Mike Brumm comments on the importance of building credibility in your community at every opportunity
• Birds illustrated as an e. coli vector
• Interstate meat shipment inspection changes floated as part of both House and Senate Farm Bill versions
• Sows and cows - lessons learned from the dairy industry with Dr. John Deen - UMN