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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jim Lowe, Associate Dean at the University of Illinois, explores innovative strategies for integrating technology into swine health management. Dr. Lowe discusses the collaboration across disciplines to enhance veterinary practices and improve animal care. Tune in to gain valuable insights from Dr. Lowe’s extensive experience and forward-thinking approach.
"Translating complex problems into practical solutions is essential for animal producers to benefit from technological advancements." - Dr. Jim Lowe

(00:00) Introduction(02:12) Veterinary Innovations(04:36) Technology in animal health (06:59) Data and measurement tools(10:30) Challenges in data integration(12:53) Technology in veterinary education(13:43) Closing thoughts
Meet the guest: Dr. Jim Lowe, Associate Dean and Associate Professor at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, focuses on the economic impact of livestock management systems and infectious disease. With over 20 years of experience, he develops evidence-based solutions for the food supply chain.

The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:
* Boehringer Ingelheim
* Elanco
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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Brigitte Mason, Director of Sows in the Indiana region for Country View Family Farms, discusses innovative strategies for managing PRRS infections in swine. Dr. Mason shares insights on combining new products with existing treatments to enhance health outcomes. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge on improving swine health in challenging conditions.

"All treatment groups saw lower mortality and better daily gain and feed conversion, underscoring our health management's effectiveness." -  Dr. Brigitte Mason

00:00) Highlight(01:10) Introduction(02:50) Health challenges and PRRS management(07:03) Focus on nursery phase(09:38) Key performance indicators(11:05) Future plans for PRRS management(12:42) Closing thoughts
Meet the guest: Dr. Brigitte Mason, Director of Sows in the Indiana region for Country View Family Farms, graduated from veterinary school in 2016. She started as a field veterinarian and quickly transitioned into production management, overseeing 30,000 sows. Now, as the Director of Sows, Dr. Mason focuses on innovative health solutions for swine.

The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:
* Boehringer Ingelheim
* Elanco
- Healthy Climate Solutions
- Cloudfarms

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Jenelle Hamblin, Director of Swine Health with Manitoba Pork, continues the conversation on managing Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED). Building on the last discussion, Jenelle explores regional elimination strategies, biosecurity measures, and the industry's proactive efforts to combat PED outbreaks. Tune into this episode to deepen your understanding of strategies to tackle PED and ensure swine health in high-risk areas. Available now on all major platforms!
"Effective surveillance is not just about monitoring; it's about understanding and acting quickly to mitigate risks." - Jenelle Hamblin

(00:00) Highlight(01:10) Introduction(05:10) Farm cleanup importance(06:00) Funding diagnostics(08:05) Surveillance program effectiveness(09:00) Engaging small producers(11:05) Managing non-compliance(14:50) Inspirational industry message(17:20) Closing remarks
Meet the guest: Jenelle Hamblin , Director of Swine Health at Manitoba Pork, has over 15 years of experience in livestock production and biosecurity. She currently oversees swine health initiatives and disease management in Manitoba. With a Master’s degree in Animal Sciences and a Bachelor's in Microbiology from the University of Manitoba, Jenelle brings expertise in environmental sustainability, animal welfare, and emergency response.

The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:
* Boehringer Ingelheim
* Elanco
- Healthy Climate Solutions
- Cloudfarms

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt, Jenelle Hamblin, the Director of Swine Health with Manitoba Pork, discusses Manitoba's approach to managing Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED). Jenelle shares insights on regional elimination, biosecurity measures, and the industry's efforts to prevent and respond to PED outbreaks. Tune into this episode to learn more about strategies to tackle PED and protect swine health in high-risk areas. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Evaluating different PED management strategies led us to choose elimination as the best approach for our province." - Jenelle Hamblin

(00:00) - Highlight(00:30) - Introduction(02:00) - Regional elimination of PED(03:50) - Evaluation of PED management strategies(05:00) - The elimination plan(08:40) - Prevention and surveillance(10:40) - Intervention plans and animal welfare(13:00) - Closing
Meet the guest: Jenelle Hamblin , Director of Swine Health at Manitoba Pork, has over 15 years of experience in livestock production and biosecurity. She currently oversees swine health initiatives and disease management in Manitoba. With a Master’s degree in Animal Sciences and a Bachelor's in Microbiology from the University of Manitoba, Jenelle brings expertise in environmental sustainability, animal welfare, and emergency response.

The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:
* Boehringer Ingelheim
* Elanco
- Healthy Climate Solutions
- Cloudfarms
- Essential Ag Solutions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Dirk Werling, a leading expert in molecular immunology and vaccine technology, shares insights into the future of vaccine development in swine health. As the Center for Vaccinology and Regenerative Medicine director at the Royal Veterinary College, University of London, Dr. Werling discusses the revolutionary approaches his team is exploring to enhance vaccine efficacy. Tune into this episode on major platforms to discover how these innovations could reshape swine health management.

"Combining our knowledge about the microbiome with new vaccines, we can eliminate the need for prophylactic antibiotics." - Dr. Dirk Werling

Meet the guest: Dr. Dirk Werling, Professor of Molecular Immunology and Director at the Centre for Vaccinology and Regenerative Medicine at the Royal Veterinary College, U. of London, brings over 18 years of expertise in innate immunity and vaccine development. His research, funded by prestigious organizations, aims to revolutionize vaccine platforms for farm animals.
00:00) Highlights(01:20) Introduction(02:40) Vaccine Futures(03:55) Vaccine vs. Antibiotics(06:00) Microfluidics in Vaccines(06:50) Organ Platforms(09:10) Tissue-Based Models(14:00) Closing Insights
The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:
* Boehringer Ingelheim
* Elanco
- Healthy Climate Solutions
- Cloudfarms
- Essential Ag Solutions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Pol Llonch, an animal behavior and welfare researcher from the Autonomous University of Barcelona, explores the advanced applications of precision livestock farming (PLF) and sensor technologies in enhancing swine welfare. Dr. Llonch discusses how these technologies help monitor and improve the living conditions of pigs, ultimately optimizing their welfare and productivity. Tune in on all major platforms to gain valuable perspectives on cutting-edge welfare practices.

"Improving welfare is probably the point where animals reach their highest productive potential." - Dr. Pol Llonch

Meet the guest: Dr. Pol Llonch, a senior researcher at the Autonomous University of Barcelona, specializes in applied animal behavior and welfare, with nearly two decades of focus on swine. His recent work involves using precision livestock farming technologies to enhance animal welfare.

(00:00) Highlight(01:21) Introduction(03:00) Precision livestock farming(04:11) Technology across the production chain(05:05) Linking welfare and productivity(08:33) Future of Tech in Farming(10:55) Closing thoughts
The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Boehringer Ingelheim
* Elanco
- Healthy Climate Solutions
- Cloudfarms
- Essential Ag Solutions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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Website: swinehealthblackbelt.com