The Squeal: Recent Episodes
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Hello and welcome to 'The Squeal', PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you.
PIC is the global leader in swine genetics. At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours..
In Part 2 of our biosecurity series on controlling fomites and external threats, we move from identifying risks to implementing solutions. Our expert guests return to share real-world examples of how farms are successfully managing external threats and reducing the risk of disease introduction. From enhanced sanitation protocols to controlled access points and visitor management, we explore the tools and habits that make biosecurity stick.
Our host, Dr. Lori Kociembia (PIC Technical Services Manager) is joined by Dr. Rebecca Robbins (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian) and Dr. Joseph Fent (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian). Tune in to learn how to build a culture of accountability, use technology to your advantage, and turn good intentions into daily practice.
Don’t miss this deeper look at what it takes to protect your herd from the outside in.
In today's episode of The Squeal, we take a deep dive into the hidden risks posed by fomites—objects and materials that can carry disease—and explore the strategies producers can use to mitigate external threats to herd health. From contaminated boots and feed deliveries to visitors and equipment, our expert guests break down where the vulnerabilities lie and how to build a stronger line of defense.
Tune in and learn how to tighten your biosecurity protocols, improve team training, and develop proactive plans that stop disease before it starts.
On today's follow-up episode of The Squeal, we continue the conversation on parity 1 development and its lasting impact on sow longevity and herd profitability. Our host, Brie Quick (PIC Technical Services Manager) returns with Kendall Weger (PIC Technical Services Manager) and Nathan Schleman (Director of Sow Production, Belstra Milling Group) to take a deeper dive into common pitfalls in gilt development and how to avoid them and fine-tuning reproductive management strategies in parity 1. Building on Part 1, this epsidoe delivers practical tips, lessons learned from the field, and next-level management strategies to help you maximize the potential of your young females. Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your approach and strengthen your sow herd for the future.
On today's episode of The Squeal, we dive into the critical role of parity 1 development in building better, longer-lasting sows. Our host, Brie Quick (PIC Technical Services Manager) is joined by Kendall Weger (PIC Technical Servcies Manager) and Nathan Schleman (Director of Sow Production, Belstra Milling Group) to discuss the keys to setting young females up for success — from gilt selection and management, environment, and early reproductive performance. Tune in for actionable insights and research-backed strategies that can help you improve sow longevity, lifetime productivity, and overall herd profitability.
In this second installment of our "Beating the Heat" series on The Squeal, our host, Tori Walers (PIC Technical Communications and Wean-to-Finish) dives deeper into strategies for keeping pigs comfortable and healthy as temperatures rise. Our expert guests, Nat Stas (PIC Wean-to-Finish Director) and Isaiah Spath (PIC Wean-to-Finish Manager) return to explore advanced cooling technologies, ventilation management, and real-world tips for optimizing barn environments during the hottest months of the year. Whether you're fine-tuning existing systems or planning long-term upgrades, this episode delivers practical insights to help you stay ahead of the heat and support animal well-being.
As temperatures rise, keeping your barn cool and comfortable is essential for the health and performance of your pigs. Our host, Tori Walters (PIC Technical Communications Specialist) is joined by Nat Stas (PIC Wean to Finish Director) and Isaiah Spath (PIC Wean to Finish Manager) to discuss tips and recommendations on preparing for the upcoming warm weather across North America. In this episode, our guests dive into practical strategies for managing heat, improving ventilation, and optimizing barn design to beat the summer heat.
In this episode of The Squeal, host Dr. Lindsay Case (PIC Technical Director of Product Sustainability) continues the conversation on the future of the PRRS-resistant pigs in consumer markets. Joining her are Marisa Pooley (PIC Director of Communications & Engagement) and Staci Covkin (Circana, Principal of Innovation Consumer & Shopper Insights), two experts in communications and consumer perception. They explore how gene-edited livestock fits into the evolving food landscape, addressing public perception, and the role of transparent communication in building consumer trust.
On today's episode of The Squeal, our host, Dr. Lindsay Case (PIC Technical Director, Product Sustainability) is joined by Marisa Pooley (PIC Director of Communications and Engagement) and Staci Covkin (Principal, Innovation Consumer & Shopper Insights - Circana.) The guests share insights into consumer acceptance in anticipation of the PRRS-Resistant Pig.
On today's episode of The Squeal, we are joined by Jason Pooley (PIC Health Programs Manager) and Megan Mitchell (PIC Health Operations Manager) to share insights on how people can impact the biosecurity of a farm. Our host, Dr. Rebecca Robbins (PIC Health Assuance Veterinarian) leads the conversation to better explain the importance of biosecurity and how people can help protect farms from a disease break.
On today's episode of The Squeal, our host, David McGee (PIC Supply Chain Senior Specialist) is joined by Reda Salimi (Country View Family Farms - Production Manager) and Gustavo Parizotto Santian (Country View Family Farms - Sow Farm Manager) to discuss the selection process to maintain high quality females in a system.
On today's episode of The Squeal, Jack Kelly (PIC Key Account Manager) leads a conversation with Saskia Bloemhof (PIC Genetic Services Director) and Megan James (PIC Genetic Services Geneticist) to explain the value of an index point. The group explains what an index point is, how it is determined, how often the data is evaluated, and how it can play a role in making improvements in a system.
On this week's episode of The Squeal, our host, Clay Eastwood (PIC Applied Meat Scientist) is joined by Neal Matthews (PIC Applied Meat Scientist) and Alexandre Furtado da Rosa (AgroCeres PIC). During this conversation, our guests share about the recent Compass milestone of adding 50 plants to the benchmark program and provide more details on how this program can help make improvements to packing plants around the globe.
On this episode of The Squeal, our host, Dr. Clay Eastwood (PIC Applied Meat Scientist) is joined by Brandon Field (PIC Product Development Senior Manager) and Dr. Justin Holl (PIC Product Development Senior Director) to discuss the relationship between genetics and meat quality. The guests dive deeper into the areas of focus for meat quality and how PIC genetics can play a critical role in the caliper of product on a consumers plate.
On this episode of The Squeal, our host, Tori Walters (PIC Technical Communications Specialist) is joined by Nat Stas (PIC Technical Services Director), Adam Walters (Tosh Farms Finishing Manager), and Austin Baker (Hogslat Ventilation Manager) to discuss the process of preparing a barn for cooler temperatures. This conversation provides many helpful insights into equipment management, placement plan, and employee trainings as the industry prepares for colder weather.
On today's episode of The Squeal, our host Nichole Wilson (PIC Account Manager) is joined by Dr. Lori Kociemba (PIC Technical Services Manager) and Dr. Kyle Coble (JBS Live Pork, Director of Nutritional Services) as they walk through the importance of a body condition management program. On this episode, our guests share tips on how to use the caliper to track body condition on your farm.
On today's episode of The Squeal, our host Nichole Wilson (PIC Account Manager) is joined by Dr. Lori Kociemba (PIC Technical Services Manager) and Dr. Kyle Coble (JBS Live Pork, Director of Nutritional Services) as they walk through the importance of a body condition management program for the females on your farm. Our guests explain what data should be collected and evaluated to continue to make body condition improvements and the criteria around a strong body condition program.
On this episode of The Squeal, our host Tori Walters (PIC Technical Communications Specialist) is joined by Carine Vier (PIC Nutrionist), Lori Kociemba (PIC Technical Services Manager) and Nat Stas (PIC NA Wean to Finish Director) to discuss the process of a Technical Services visit from PIC. The guests offer tips to prepare for the visit, what should be expected, and the goals of each visit. This episode serves as a great resource for staff to understand what to expect from a Technical Services visit for both a wean to finish and sow site.
There are constantly new discoveries and data shared to improve swine production. These discoveries are found by research projects to enhance and improve the way pigs are raised to ultimately impact the end product that is purchased by consumers. On today's episode of The Squeal, our host, Luis Zaragoza (PIC Product Development Manager) leads the conversation between research experts Dr. Laura Greiner (Director of Iowa Pork Industry Center and Associate Professor in Animal Science, Iowa State University) and Dr. Dustin Boler (Director of Research, CISS) as they discuss the importance of research projects and how they can make a positive impact on the future of the pork industry.
The down time between groups of pigs can provide opportunity for maintenance repairs, cleaning, and disinfecting. On today's episode of The Squeal, our guests share tips on how to prepare a barn for an incoming group of pigs. Our host, Erik Darrington (PIC Account Manager) is joined by Jason Pooley (PIC Health Program Manager) and Isaiah Spath (PIC Technical Services- Wean to Finish) to discuss biosecurity procedures and other preparation steps to start new pigs off on the right foot.
There are several moving parts when transporting weaned pigs from the sow farm to their next destination. The transition can be smoother if there is strong communication between the sow farm and the wean-finish site. There is always opportunity for these communication practices to improve, and our guests from Brenneman Pork share their experiences and tips to help maintain strong communication. Our host, Brie Quick (PIC Technical Services, Female Reproduction) leads the conversation with Chad Bermel (Head of Sow Production, Brenneman Pork) and Ted Recker (Head of Wean-Finish, Brenneman Pork) to discuss what communication practices work best for their farm and how strong communication can make a postivie impact on the entire operation. Brad Schimmer (PIC Technical Services, Female Reproduction) also shares what he sees when he travels to sow farms around North America and ways that communication can be improved.
On today's episode of The Squeal, our guests share their experiences on maintaing employee satisfaction to retain great employees. Our host, Ashley Hengen (PIC Human Resources) is joined by Chock Booher (PIC Technical Services, Wean to Finish) and Jorge Cajamarca (PIC Technical Services, Female Reproduction) as they walk through different scenarios to increase employee happiness. There are many different ways for a farm to support their employees and make them feel important and included.
There's no doubt that hiring and retaining labor is an ongoing challenge for the swine industry. On today's episode of The Squeal, our guests share their experiences with successful training opportunities and tools to onboard new employees and provide continued trainings for experienced employees. Our host, Ashley Hengen (PIC Human Resources) is joined by Chock Booher (PIC Technical Services, Wean to Finish) and Jorge Cajamarca (PIC Technical Services, Female Reproduction) as they walk through the training tools offered by PIC and how these trainings can be presented to new and existing employees.
Constructing a strong and productive placement plan can be critical to the success of a wean to finish or nursery operation. Joining us for part two of this series is Jim Lolkema with Belstra Milling and Isaiah Spath with the PIC Wean to Finish and Product Development teams. Our guests share their experiences of a successful placement plan with our host, Nat Stas, the PIC Wean to Finish Director.
Thanks for listening to The Squeal, PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics. At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast epsiodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visist your phone settings and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.
Constructing a strong and productive placement plan can be critical to the success of a wean to finish or nursery operation. Joining us for this series is Jim Lolkema with Belstra Milling and Isaiah Spath with the PIC Wean to Finish and Product Development teams. Our guests share their experiences and knowledge of a successful placement plan and the best strategies for organizing a barn.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics.
Thanks to listening to The Squeal, PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a ling-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone setting and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a two part episode series on weaned weight efficiency. Iowa State Univerity's Dr. Rodger Main (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodger-main-48b31078/), Seaboard Foods' Josh Flohr (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodger-main-48b31078/), and PIC's Nat Stas (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nat-stas/) discuss practical steps for improvement and best practices.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This two part episode series is on weaned weight efficiency. Iowa State Univerity's Dr. Rodger Main (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodger-main-48b31078/), Seaboard Foods' Josh Flohr (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodger-main-48b31078/), and PIC's Nat Stas (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nat-stas/) meet up to share thoughts on how to measure weaned weight efficiency, and the factors affecting it.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
PICs communications authority Tim Heiller (PIC Senior Account Manager) sits down to discuss effective communications, how you could improve, and what it could mean to you.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
We are continuing our warm weather breeding conversation, looking at checklists for preparation and planning for successful conception.
Kevin Isler (Kalmbach Feeds Sow Production Supervisor https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-isler-24928a19b/), Stacey Voight (PIC Reproductive Technical Services https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-voight-3268aa150/), and Bradley Schimmer (PIC Technical Services) talk about Preparation And Planning For Successful Conception for warm weather breeding.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Time marches on and it's bringing summer with it. Is your breeding program ready? What does that look like for the summer months?
Kevin Isler (Kalmbach Feeds Sow Production Supervisor https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-isler-24928a19b/), Stacey Voight (PIC Reproductive Technical Services https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-voight-3268aa150/), and Bradley Schimmer (PIC Technical Services) talk about best practices for warm weather breeding.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
In this Squeal episode, the group discusses the maximizing weaning performance, focusing on real practical advice from farrowing experts.
Nicole Comstock (Carthage Systems https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-jockisch-67a16063/) and Juan Orozco (PIC) provide some perspective on how often eyes on the sow, what should we be looking for, and what to do about it.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
In this Squeal episode, the group discusses the maximizing weaning performance, focusing on keys to animal care and micro environment management.
Nicole Comstock (Carthage Systems https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-jockisch-67a16063/) and Juan Orozco (PIC) provide some perspective on getting gilts into and through the farrowing unit with a positive initial experience to help impact long term sow performance.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
In this Squeal episode, the group discusses the gilt development unit (GDU) as a large contributor to the success of the overall breeding program.
Gilt development unit experts Jennifer Patterson (Research Associate at Livestock Gentec, University of Alberta, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-patterson-aa30a957) and Kendall Weger (PIC Technical Services (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendall-weger-033272139) talk about basic steps and how expanding efforts on specific Key Performance Indicators (KPI) areas can bear fruit for your bottom line.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
What are the benefits of a strong veterinarian relationship? Dr. Deanne Hemker (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian) and Jason Pooley (PIC Health Programs Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-pooley-bbb8566/ ) share information on developing and maximizing your servicing veterinarian as a key biosecurity resource. They address how often your veterinarian should be on site and what you should expect from them in the biosecurity arena.
For additional information, see the PIC biosecurity resource page at https://www.pic.com/resources/biosecurity-standards/
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Walking the barns is an activity that many seem like second nature to most of the people doing it. But why do we need to walk the barns? How should it be done? And how often? Stacey Voight (PIC Technical Services https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-voight-3268aa150/) and Isaiah Spath (PIC Technical Services) share the purpose and intent of walking the barns, providing a checklist for this time well spent activity.
For more information see https://www.pic.com/?s=checklist and https://www.pic.com/?s=barn
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
The Squeal wraps up a two part conversation on transportation handling. In this episode the panel talks about the tools and tips to move pigs down aisles and across the country. On the panel are Jason McAlister (CEO Cloverleaf Animal Welfare Systems https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-mcalister-b3b93381/) and Chock Booher (PIC Technical Service Team for Latin America https://www.linkedin.com/in/chock-booher-a7282086/).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
The Squeal begins an interesting two part conversation on transportation handling. In this episode the panel talks about the best use of facilities, training, and personnel. On the panel are Jason McAlister (CEO Cloverleaf Animal Welfare Systems https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-mcalister-b3b93381/) and Chock Booher (PIC Technical Service Team for Latin America https://www.linkedin.com/in/chock-booher-a7282086/).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
For the New Year The Squeal provides a practical and achievable conversation with Tim Heller on great bosses and how to be one.
Key great boss simple tasks: Day to day coaching, get the right people on your team, define and communicate what your team's role is in the company, and get results.
Resources:
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"Book: Radical Candor" - https://www.radicalcandor.com/
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"Book: Good To Great" - https://www.jimcollins.com/books.html - "Who first then what?"
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
The Squeal continues its focus on practical production information. This episode series looks at early pig care with an expert panel including Mandy Gerhart (Swine Nutritionist, JBS Live Pork, https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandygerhart/), Isaiah Spath (Sr. Validation Specialist & Wean-Finish Technical Services, PIC, https://www.linkedin.com/in/isaiah-spath-a028502a3/), and Gary Godoy (Wean to Finish, Sandy Pine Systems, Inc, https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-godoy-a1851943/). The conversation focuses on nutrition and feeding of the young pigs.
PIC resources:
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"Brushing Up On Early Pig Care" - https://www.pic.com/resources/brushing-up-on-early-pig-care/
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"Early Pig Care Guide" - https://www.picrsa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Early-Pig-Care-Manual.pdf
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"Early Pig Care in Wean-to-Finish Operations" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbfmVnWkqb8
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
The Squeal continues its focus on practical production information. This episode series looks at early pig care with an expert panel including Mandy Gerhart (Swine Nutritionist, JBS Live Pork, https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandygerhart/), Isaiah Spath (Sr. Validation Specialist & Wean-Finish Technical Services, PIC, https://www.linkedin.com/in/isaiah-spath-a028502a3/), and Gary Godoy (Wean to Finish, Sandy Pine Systems, Inc, https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-godoy-a1851943/). The conversation focuses on getting the right pigs in the right place at the right time.
PIC resources:
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"Brushing Up On Early Pig Care" - https://www.pic.com/resources/brushing-up-on-early-pig-care/
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"Early Pig Care Guide" - https://www.picrsa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Early-Pig-Care-Manual.pdf
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"Early Pig Care in Wean-to-Finish Operations" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbfmVnWkqb8
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Gilt selection is fundamental to successful breeding outcomes. This episode continues the conversation on gilt selection with marking techniques and selection criteria with PIC's Pro Select Program. Joining us are PIC's Alison Bueltel (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-bueltel-744120150/), Malcolm Turley (https://www.linkedin.com/in/malcolm-turley-068b7213/), and David McGee (https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mcgee-181b2811/)
PIC resources:
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"Gilt Selection ROI Analysis" - https://www.pic.com/resources/gilt-selection-roi-analysis/
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"PIC Selection Manual" - https://www.picrsa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/PIC-Selection-Manual.pdf
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Gilt selection is fundamental to successful breeding outcomes. Each selection today will affect your operation two years from now. Are you just providing a quantity or selecting to improve your program? Joining us for the next couple of episodes are PIC's Alison Bueltel (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-bueltel-744120150/), Malcolm Turley (https://www.linkedin.com/in/malcolm-turley-068b7213/), David McGee (https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mcgee-181b2811/)
PIC resources:
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"Gilt Selection ROI Analysis" - https://www.pic.com/resources/gilt-selection-roi-analysis/
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"PIC Selection Manual" - https://www.picrsa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/PIC-Selection-Manual.pdf
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
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We continue with the conversation on pork quality and consumer preference, focusing on tenderness and convenience discussions the industry should have, or continue.
Joining the Squeal are Dr. Anna Dilger (University of Illinois, https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-dilger-80528938/), Dr. Clay Eastwood (PIC, https://www.linkedin.com/in/l-clay-eastwood-ph-d-52a184105/), and Brandon Fields (PIC, https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-fields-26931479/).
PIC resources:
"Meat Quality" - https://www.pic.com/resource-category/meat-quality/
"You Can’t Manage What You Don’t Measure" - https://www.pic.com/resources/you-cant-manage-what-you-dont-measure/
"PIC Quality Measurement Equipment and Procedures" - https://www.pic.com/resources/pic-quality-measurement-equipment-and-procedures/
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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Pork, it's what's for dinner. Well, maybe not, but why not? The next couple episodes of The Squeal are conversations on Consumer Preferences. Today the focus is on pork vs other proteins and how to talk about it.
Joining the Squeal are Dr. Anna Dilger (University of Illinois, https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-dilger-80528938/), Dr. Clay Eastwood (PIC, https://www.linkedin.com/in/l-clay-eastwood-ph-d-52a184105/), and Brandon Fields (PIC, https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-fields-26931479/).
PIC resources:
"Meat Quality" - https://www.pic.com/resource-category/meat-quality/
"You Can’t Manage What You Don’t Measure" - https://www.pic.com/resources/you-cant-manage-what-you-dont-measure/
"PIC Quality Measurement Equipment and Procedures" - https://www.pic.com/resources/pic-quality-measurement-equipment-and-procedures/
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Nat Stas (PIC Technical Services Director, https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaniel-stas-63b78699/), Adam Walters (Tosh Farms Finishing Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-walters-9b3b7ab9/), and Austin Baker (Hog Slat Ventilation Director, https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-baker-4467a931/) conclude their conversation on prepping for winter, with a focus on facilities, equipment, environmental variation within the barn, and where should the pigs be placed.
PIC resources:
"Don’t Let Cold Weather Steal Wean-to-Finish Performance this Winter" - https://www.pic.com/resources/dont-let-cold-weather-steal-wean-to-finish-performance-this-winter/
"Biosecurity and Cooler Weather Preparation" - https://www.pic.com/resources/biosecurity-and-cooler-weather-preparation/
"Getting it Right: Temperature and Ventilation" - https://www.pic.com/resources/getting-it-right-temperature-and-ventilation/
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Nat Stas (PIC Technical Services Director, https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaniel-stas-63b78699/), Adam Walters (Tosh Farms Finishing Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-walters-9b3b7ab9/), and Austin Baker (Hog Slat Ventilation Director, https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-baker-4467a931/) bring their experiences to the table around preparing for winter and how they use changeover checklists to help the processes.
PIC resources:
"Don’t Let Cold Weather Steal Wean-to-Finish Performance this Winter" - https://www.pic.com/resources/dont-let-cold-weather-steal-wean-to-finish-performance-this-winter/
"Biosecurity and Cooler Weather Preparation" - https://www.pic.com/resources/biosecurity-and-cooler-weather-preparation/
"Getting it Right: Temperature and Ventilation" - https://www.pic.com/resources/getting-it-right-temperature-and-ventilation/
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Anna Malakhova (PIC Russia), Daphne Licuan (PIC Asia, https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphne-licuan-29645a193), and John Quackenbush (Minitube, https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-quackenbush-81a60b42/) share an international perspective on semen management and handling, focusing on management concerns today and what the future might hold.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Anna Malakhova (PIC Russia), Daphne Licuan (PIC Asia, https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphne-licuan-29645a193), and John Quackenbush (Minitube, https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-quackenbush-81a60b42/) share an international perspective on semen management and handling, focusing on Biosecurity, Hygiene, and Movement From Lab to Sow Farm in the lab & transitioning to the sow farm.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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On The Squeal Tim Heiller with PIC shares how DISC personality assessments can help teams work better together.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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The Squeal focuses on wean to finish mortality in a three part series. In this final episode of the series, the conversation reviews tips on training, as well understanding mixing pig flows to ensure good outcomes using good site preparation.
The guests on this episode of the Squeal include Dr. Kate Dion (The Hanor Company), Dr. Rebecca Robbins (PIC Health Assurance, https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-robbins-5ba10216/), and Dr. Will López (PIC Technical Services, https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-l%C3%B3pez-2b769782/)
Resources:
How to Improve Pre-Wean Survivability: Strategies to prioritize piglet care tasks when labor is tight - https://www.pic.com/resources/reduce-pre-weaning-mortality-in-pigs/
PIC Wean To Finish https://www.pic.com/?s=wean+to+finish
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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The Squeal focuses on wean to finish mortality in a three part series. In this episode, the conversation reviews wean to finish mortality factors to be considered and looks more closely at monitoring tools and tactics.
The guests on this episode of the Squeal include Dr. Kate Dion (The Hanor Company), Dr. Rebecca Robbins (PIC Health Assurance, https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-robbins-5ba10216/), and Dr. Will López (PIC Technical Services, https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-l%C3%B3pez-2b769782/)
Resources:
How to Improve Pre-Wean Survivability: Strategies to prioritize piglet care tasks when labor is tight - https://www.pic.com/resources/reduce-pre-weaning-mortality-in-pigs/
PIC Wean To Finish https://www.pic.com/?s=wean+to+finish
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youíre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. Itís the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
The Squeal focuses on wean to finish mortality in a three part series. In this first episode, the conversation focuses on understanding the factors that contribute to wean to finish mortality.
The guests on this episode of the Squeal include Dr. Kate Dion (The Hanor Company), Dr. Rebecca Robbins (PIC Health Assurance, https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-robbins-5ba10216/), and Dr. Will López (PIC Technical Services, https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-l%C3%B3pez-2b769782/)
Resources:
How to Improve Pre-Wean Survivability: Strategies to prioritize piglet care tasks when labor is tight - https://www.pic.com/resources/reduce-pre-weaning-mortality-in-pigs/
PIC Wean To Finish https://www.pic.com/?s=wean+to+finish
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youíre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. Itís the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Continuing on the 4 Pillars of Sow Longevity series, The Squeal focuses on implementation of the updated recommendations for sow body conditioning and feeding at the farm and slat level.
The guests on this episode of the Squeal include Dr. Steve Dritz (PIC Director Global Technical Service https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-dritz-46543a140/), Dr. Sergio Canavate (PIC Technical Service Director https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergio-canavate-a58057208/), Jose Santiago (Tosh Farms ), and Fred Kuhr (Dykhuis Farms https://www.linkedin.com/in/fred-kuhr-0b582263/) At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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Wrapping up the 4 Pillars of Sow Longevity series, The Squeal focuses in on sow feeding and body condition management, starting with an introduction of the sow caliper and how it is applied.
The guests on this episode of the Squeal include Dr. Mark Knauer (North Carolina State University Extension Swine Specialist https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-knauer-0475b921/), Dr. Uislei Orlando (PIC Global Nutrition Programs Director https://www.linkedin.com/in/uislei-orlando-832ba6124/), and Dr. Carine Vier (PIC Nutrition Specialist https://www.linkedin.com/in/carine-vier-5662358a/).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youíre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. Itís the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
In this episode of The Squeal the focus in on developing gilts for maximum life time performance. The guests will talk about when the biggest losses occur plus look at how production teams can achieve more females farrowing their second litter.
The guests on this episode of the Squeal include Dr. Sergio Canavate (PIC Technical Service Director https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergio-canavate-a58057208/), Dr. Bernardo Andrade Villegas (Carthage System Associate Director), Jennifer Patterson (University of Alberta Research Associate at Livestock Gentec https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-patterson-aa30a957), and Dr. Dan Hamilton (PIC Global Direct Of Product Performance) https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-hamilton-40564358/).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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Sow care and management can sometimes fall into a rhythm. Farrowing, weaning, gestation. Our special guests on this episode of The Squeal, Dr. Juan Carlos Pinilla (PIC, Director Global Technical Services, https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-carlos-pinilla-72701a74/), Stacy Voight (PIC, North America Technical Service Team https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-voight-3268aa150/), and Kevin Isler (Kalmbach Feeds, Sow Production Manager, https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-isler-24928a19b/), share steps producers can take to ensure staff is aware and alert to potential problems in this critical area.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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There is no doubt that sow herds across the globe have seen substantial increases in mortality in the last 5 to 10 years. PIC and partners have invested in research to better understand sow robustness. In this episode of The Squeal, the 4 Pillars of Sow Longevity will be introduced ( 1) Genetics, 2) Successful P1 Development, 3) Individual Sow Care, and 4) Sow Body Condition & Feeding) and then the conversation will focus on Genetics.
Joining the discussion are Dr. Dan Hamilton (PIC Global Direct Of Product Performance https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-hamilton-40564358/), Dr. Justin Holl (PIC Director Global Product Development https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-holl-89876225/), and Dr. Saskia Bloemhof (PIC Genetic Services Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/saskia-bloemhof-abma-6686aa148/).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youíre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. Itís the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series looking at finding and retaining barn staff. This episode of The Squeal aims to provide insight on managing employee motivation, finding the right person to handle your training program, and growing your management team. On The Squeal is Ashley Hengen (PIC Senior Human Resources Generalist, https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-hengen-328843146/), Stacey Voight (PIC Technical Service Manager-Swine Reproduction, https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-voight-8b0b7592/), and Valerie Duttlinger (Summit SmartFarms Chief Analytics Officer & Executive Coach).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youíre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. Itís the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series looking at finding and retaining barn staff. In this episode The Squeal looks at approaches to recruiting barn staff and bringing people onboard. On The Squeal is Ashley Hengen (PIC Senior Human Resources Generalist, https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-hengen-328843146/), Stacey Voight (PIC Technical Service Manager-Swine Reproduction, https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-voight-8b0b7592/), and Valerie Duttlinger (Summit SmartFarms Chief Analytics Officer & Executive Coach).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series looking at finding and retaining barn staff. In this episode The Squeal looks at barn staff retention, tools to help, and compensation considerations. On The Squeal is Ashley Hengen (PIC Senior Human Resources Generalist, https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-hengen-328843146/), Stacey Voight (PIC Technical Service Manager-Swine Reproduction, https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-voight-8b0b7592/), and Valerie Duttlinger (Summit SmartFarms Chief Analytics Officer & Executive Coach).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Stacey Voight (PIC Technical Services https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-voight-3268aa150/), Juan Orozco (PIC Technical Services https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-orozco-56576a62/), and Beth Johnson (Eagle Creek Swine Manager) share sow treatment training options and processes employees should learn.
Learn more at PIC https://www.pic.com/resources/gilt-sow-management-guidelines-english/
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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Sow herd managers, care-givers, and barn personnel will benefit from this next episode of The Squeal. Stacey Voight (PIC Technical Services https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-voight-3268aa150/), Juan Orozco (PIC Technical Services https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-orozco-56576a62/), and Beth Johnson (Eagle Creek Swine Manager) share insights on sow herd treatment and management.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
In this wrap up on the summer preparation conversation, Nat Stas (PIC Technical Services Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaniel-stas-63b78699/), Isaiah Spath (PIC Product Validation and Wean To Finish Technical Services), and Mark Wilkerson (PIC Regional Supply Chain Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-wilkerson-695b47101/) talk about how water quality and flow capacity needs to be high on your checklist, plus they cover items we've not paid as much attention to over the winter.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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Continuing the summer preparation conversation, Nat Stas (PIC Technical Services Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaniel-stas-63b78699/), Isaiah Spath (PIC Product Validation and Wean To Finish Technical Services), and Mark Wilkerson (PIC Regional Supply Chain Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-wilkerson-695b47101/) talk about managing temperatures and controllers.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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Spring-like conditions in many parts of the country promise an end to winter and provide a hint that summer is coming up. In this three part series on summer preparation, The Squeal brings on PIC experts to share insights. Nat Stas (PIC Technical Services Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaniel-stas-63b78699/), Isaiah Spath (PIC Product Validation and Wean To Finish Technical Services), and Mark Wilkerson (PIC Regional Supply Chain Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-wilkerson-695b47101/) talk about ventilation and barn design tips and review steps.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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In part 3 of this 3 part series, Jen Sorenson (Iowa Selects Farms Communications Director, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-sorenson-a824558/), Ashley Hengen (PIC Human Resources Business Partner https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-hengen-328843146/), and Tiffany Schlomer (PIC Human Resources Business Partner https://www.linkedin.com/in/tschlomer/) share stories from several community development programs, both successful and not.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
What is needed to start a community involvement and development program? In part 2 of this 3 series, Jen Sorenson (Iowa Selects Farms Communications Director, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-sorenson-a824558/), Ashley Hengen (PIC Human Resources Business Partner https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-hengen-328843146/), and Tiffany Schlomer (PIC Human Resources Business Partner https://www.linkedin.com/in/tschlomer/) share insights on starting a program, evaluating, and identifying the value to your organization.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Why is community involvement and development important and what are the benefits to doing it right? In this 3 part series, The Squeal talks with Jen Sorenson (Iowa Selects Farms Communications Director, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-sorenson-a824558/), Ashley Hengen (PIC Human Resources Business Partner https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-hengen-328843146/), and Tiffany Schlomer (PIC Human Resources Business Partner https://www.linkedin.com/in/tschlomer/) on the return on investment for community development and involvement.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Walking the barns is an activity that many seem like second nature to most of the people doing it. But why do we need to walk the barns? How should it be done? And how often? Stacey Voight (PIC Technical Services https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-voight-3268aa150/) and Isaiah Spath (PIC Technical Services) share the purpose and intent of walking the barns, providing a checklist for this time well spent activity.
For more information see https://www.pic.com/?s=checklist and https://www.pic.com/?s=barn
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
The pre-weaning management discussion continues in this second of two episodes. The Squeal team talks about practical considerations on identifying areas for potential improvement, training, and implementation tips, with special guests Jesus Melendez (Carthage System Production Manager), Dr. Sergio Canavate (PIC Technical Service Director), and Brie Quick (PIC Technical Services Manager).
For more information see https://www.pic.com/?s=Preweaning and https://www.pic.com/?s=weaning
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Pre-weaning management is an important part of raising pigs. In this episode (part 1 of 2) The Squeal team talks about piglet management and mortality. Questions they review include: What do you do? How often? Which pigs? Where to? All these questions and more are discussed with our special guests Jesus Melendez (Carthage System Production Manager), Dr. Sergio Canavate (PIC Technical Service Director), and Brie Quick (PIC Technical Services Manager).
For more information see https://www.pic.com/?s=Preweaning and https://www.pic.com/?s=weaning
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Is your staff doing all the little things right in your swine breeding program? How do you know if they are? PICs Dr. Lori Thomas Kociemba (PIC Technical Services Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-thomas-kociemba-38a4155b) and Kendall Weger (PIC Reproduction Team https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendall-weger-033272139/) talk thru the keys to successful breeding outcomes.
More information on breeding https://www.pic.com/?s=breeding
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Understanding sow ventilation can help your operation in the long run. Nathan Schleman (Belstra Milling Company Assistant Director Of Sow Production https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-schleman-57219314b/) joins Nat Stas (PIC Technical Services Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaniel-stas-63b78699/) and Brad Schimmer (PIC Technical Services Specialist) to discuss mistakes they've seen and some of the numbers they use behind their best ventilation practices.
More information on ventilation https://www.pic.com/?s=ventilation
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Ventilation at weather extremes is challenging. By breaking ventilation down to monitoring and management then ventilation can be a winner this winter. Nathan Schleman (Belstra Milling Company Assistant Director Of Sow Production https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-schleman-57219314b/) joins Nat Stas (PIC Technical Services Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaniel-stas-63b78699/) and Brad Schimmer (PIC Technical Services Specialist) in reviewing sow ventilation barn set up and monitoring.
More information on ventilation https://www.pic.com/?s=ventilation
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
What is the weakest link in your biosecurity program? What is your strongest? People are an integral part of any biosecurity program. On The Squeal sharing tips and learnings are Megan Mitchell (PIC Health Operations Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-mitchell-235569ab/) and Jason Pooley (PIC Health Programs Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-pooley-bbb8566/).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
How are suppliers involved in biosecurity? PIC's Jason Pooley (PIC Health Programs Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-pooley-bbb8566/ ) and Michael McKinney (PIC Key Account Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mckinney-00569b114/ ) look at feed mill biosecurity and discuss how biosecurity pays big dividends when properly followed.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
After the Camborough® Turns 60 living history conversation last week ( listen here https://bit.ly/The-Squeal-0156 ), Dr. Saskia Bloemhof (PIC Genetic Services Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/saskia-bloemhof-abma-6686aa148/) and Malcomb Turley (PIC Gene Transfer Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/malcolm-turley-068b7213/) look at how that Camborough® line has kept up with the times and is positioned for the future.
Learn more https://www.pic.com/products/Camborough/
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Ground-breaking technology doesn't always arrive with a bang. Sometimes it's the alignment of people, potential, and persistence over time. For the 60th anniversary of the Camborough line at PIC, first-hand historians and special guests Andrew Coates, Dr. James Dick, Bob Dykhuis, and Dr. Gonzalo Castro share how they worked with PIC and provide historical context why the Camborough line works.
Learn more https://www.pic.com/products/camborough/
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Generational planning requires understanding and engagement. PIC's human resources business partner professionals Ashley Hengen (PIC Human Resources Business Partner https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-hengen-328843146/) and Tiffany Schlomer (PIC Human Resources Business Partner https://www.linkedin.com/in/tschlomer/) look at the process of workforce and generational planning and how to learn different generation's needs.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Working to bring on new employees requires understanding their needs. PIC's human resources business partner professionals Ashley Hengen (PIC Human Resources Business Partner https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-hengen-328843146/) and Tiffany Schlomer (PIC Human Resources Business Partner https://www.linkedin.com/in/tschlomer/) look at the process of bringing different cultures together in the workplace. They share some tools and techniques that they've found successful.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
What are the benefits of a strong veterinarian relationship? Dr. Deanne Hemker (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian) and Jason Pooley (PIC Health Programs Manager https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-pooley-bbb8566/ ) share information on developing and maximizing your servicing veterinarian as a key biosecurity resource. They address how often your veterinarian should be on site and what you should expect from them in the biosecurity arena.
For additional information, see the PIC biosecurity resource page at https://www.pic.com/resources/biosecurity-standards/
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Think about movement in to and out of your locations, and what diseases take a ride with the vehicles. Building transportation biosecurity plans and processes is one key area to help reduce disease transmission and keep pigs healthy. Dr. Brian Cerrito (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian, https://www.linkedin.com/in/cerritobrian/) and Ken Alder (PIC Director of Supply Chain Operations, https://www.linkedin.com/in/kalder/) discuss potential problem areas and guidelines.
Also see the PIC biosecurity resources https://www.pic.com/resources/biosecurity-standards/
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
The U.S. swine industry runs on a reliable, capable labor pool. In recent decades the source of these valuable workers was outside the U.S. Victor Ochoa (Swineworks Managing Director, https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorochoazaragoza/) and Jamie Hundley (PIC Production General Manager, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-hundley-7928993a/) share their knowledge on visas, sourcing, recruitment, and retention.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
We continue our review of winter preparation for wean to finish facilities with special guests Dr. Brett Ramirez (Iowa State University, https://www.abe.iastate.edu/brett-ramirez/), Jason Klein (Dykhuis Farms), and Nat Stas (PIC Technical Service Manager, https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaniel-stas-63b78699/). Barn basics, mat use, and ventilation: are these are on your check list?
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
The coming fall can catch you by surprise even though it is expected. Dr. Brett Ramirez (Iowa State University, https://www.abe.iastate.edu/brett-ramirez/), Jason Klein (Dykhuis Farms), and Nat Stas (PIC Technical Service Manager, https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaniel-stas-63b78699/) discuss pre-heating, air flows, and the price of propane as the seasons change.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
What does it mean to have biosecurity processes for supplies? Dr. Marisa Rotolo (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian https://bit.ly/3Cjoxbt) and Jason Pooley (PIC PIC Health Programs Manager https://bit.ly/3rG1WAZ) discuss the best biosecurity practices for incoming supplies, from feed bins to employee lunches.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
The National Pork Board helps the industry keep in sync with consumer tastes and trends. The Squeal brings on Jennifer Vahalik (General Manager & Chief Research Officer, U&I Collaboration LLC, https://bit.ly/3y96CDk), Dr. Clay Eastwood (PIC Applied Meat Scientist, https://bit.ly/3CoXKf4), and Dr. Rhonda K. Miller (Professor, Meat Science, Texas A&M University, https://bit.ly/3Sxsm3H) to dive into consumer behaviors at the dinner table and the eating experience.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
The Squeal panel shares thoughts on barn technology innovation and automation with Isaiah Spath (PIC Wean-to-Finish Technical Services) and Dr. Tom Stein (Maximus Systems Senior Strategic Advisor).
They talk about how barn technology innovation helps save on labor, identify sick pigs sooner, and automatically collect herd health and nutrition data. The Squeal team also looks at what's working and asks "what does the future hold?"
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
The Squeal brings insights on technology innovation and transfer into packing plants. Drew Cashman (Fresh Pork Research, Development, and Commercialization Manager, Clemens Food Group) and Brandon Fields (Global Director, Applied Meat Science, PIC) come together to highlight how technology has been applied to reduce labor hours per pound and to create a more uniform and consistent product.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
The Squeal wraps up the discussion of nutrition and negative behaviors in pigs with Dr. Irena Czycholl (PIC Research Scientist on Animal Welfare and Applied Animal Behavior), Dr. Ning Lu (PIC Nutrition Specialist), and Dr. Simon Turner (Scotland's Rural College Senior Researcher). The group outlines the types of research needed to better understand nutrition impacts on animal behavior.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
The Squeal continues the discussion of nutrition and negative behaviors in pigs with Dr. Irena Czycholl (PIC Research Scientist on Animal Welfare and Applied Animal Behavior), Dr. Ning Lu (PIC Nutrition Specialist), and Dr. Simon Turner (Scotland's Rural College Senior Researcher). The group talks about evolution, genetics, and nutrtion, and asks the question "Why don't we breed a more docile pig?".
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
We know feeder spacing and overcrowding affect animal behavior. But did you know nutrition also plays a part in animal behavior? Dr. Irena Czycholl (PIC Research Scientist on Animal Welfare and Applied Animal Behavior), Dr. Ning Lu (PIC Nutrition Specialist), and Dr. Simon Turner (Scotland's Rural College Senior Researcher) share insights on how nutrition plays a part in animal behavior, in this first of a three part series.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Benchmarking provides much data, which can be useful data if its turned into actionable items that inform and impact operations. The Squeal brings in Dr. Carlos Roudergue (Country View Family Farms), Dr. Juan Carlos Pinilla (PIC Director Global Technical Services Reproduction), and Greg Bilbrey (PIC Account Manager) to discuss how sow farm benchmarking can benefit your operation, today and into the future.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Is it time to review your mortality protocols? Every livestock enterprise deals with deaths a bit differently but there should be common considerations. Dr. Deanne Hemker (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian) and Jason Pooley (PIC Health Operations Programs Manager) walk through key points on setting up and managing mortality.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
In this episode on boar lameness factors and management, Dr. Michael Kleve-Feld (PIC Director for Applied Male Reproduction), Dr. Tom Riek (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian), and Mike Luyks (Kaslo Bay Artificial Breeders) share their findings on reducing problems in the stud.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
Maximum Lifetime Productivity is a result of the right genetics in the right animals at the right time, keeping those animals in the best reproductive condition possible during that period. Dr. Michael Kleve-Feld (PIC Director for Applied Male Reproduction), Dr. Tom Riek (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian), and Mike Luyks (Kaslo Bay Artificial Breeders) look at factors impacting boar lameness and provide management suggestions and treatment protocols for good feet and leg health.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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How are suppliers involved in biosecurity? PIC's Jason Pooley (PIC Supply Chain Manager) and Michael McKinney (PIC Account Manager) look at feed mill biosecurity and discuss how biosecurity pays big dividends when properly followed.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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This is the final episode of a three part series looking at sow feeding. The group on the Squeal talk about timing tips and tools. We're joined by PIC's Ning Lu (PIC Nutrition Specialist) and Juan Orozco (PIC Technical Services Manager).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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This is part two of a three part series looking at sow feeding. Jerry Purvis (NG Purvis Farms Nutrition Manager), Dr. Sergio Canavates (PIC Technical Service Director Applied Female Reproduction), and Dr. Uislei Orlando (PIC Global Nutrition Programs Director) help address how sow feeding program implementations contribute to the overall efficiency of a system.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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This is part one of a three part series looking at sow feeding. Fred Kuhr (Production Supervisor, Dykhuis Farms Inc.), Dr. Sergio Canavates (Technical Service Director Applied Female Reproduction, PIC), and Carine Vier (Global Nutrition Specialist, PIC) focus on sow body condition management, keeping people engaged, and feeding programs.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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This is part two of a two part series looking at managing operations in the summer months. Dr. Sergio Canavate (PIC North American Technical Service Manager), Nat Stas (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services Manager), and Dr. Clayton Johnson (Carthage Veterinary Service, Ltd.) wrap up this series on summer preparation, giving special consideration to nutrition, feed management, and pelleting.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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This is part one of a two part series looking at managing operations in the summer months. Dr. Sergio Canavate (PIC North American Technical Service Manager), Nat Stas (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services Manager), and Dr. Clayton Johnson (Carthage Veterinary Service, Ltd.) share their insights on getting ready and understating the day to day summer activity to keep pigs safe and healthy.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
What is the weakest link in your biosecurity program? What is your strongest? People are an integral part of any biosecurity program. On The Squeal sharing tips and learnings are Megan Mitchell (PIC Health Operations Manager) and Jason Pooley (PIC Health Programs Manager).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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How do nutritionists look at feed costs? Top nutrition experts Steve Kitt (First Choice Livestock LLC), Dr. Uislei Orlando (PIC Global Nutrition Programs Director), and Wayne Cast (PIC Nutritionist) share their insights in this episode (part 3 of a 3 part series).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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To discuss feed cost aspects are top nutrition experts Steve Kitt (First Choice Livestock LLC), Dr. Uislei Orlando (PIC Global Nutrition Programs Director), and Wayne Cast (PIC Nutritionist). In this episode (part 2 of a 3 part series) the panel looks at additives and management options to improve efficiency.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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To discuss feed cost aspects are top nutrition experts Steve Kitt (First Choice Livestock LLC), Dr. Uislei Orlando (PIC Global Nutrition Programs Director), and Wayne Cast (PIC Nutritionist). In this episode (part 1 of a 3 part series) the panel looks at pelleting and feed quality.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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What are the most valuable Wean-to-Finish benchmarking metrics to help improve? The Squeal looks at Wean-to-Finish benchmarking with Dr. Josh Duff (Country View Family Farms), Denise Van De Stroet (PIC Data Analytics Manager - North America), and Greg Bilbrey (PIC Key Account Manager). Comparing internally across sites, genetic lines, and to budget is one of the first steps to improving over time. Then companies can start to compare against other companies.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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The Squeal wraps up this series on the history of PIC looking at the decades in development and the daily execution. The groups looks to answer what made PIC. On The Squeal are Andrew Coates, Jose Piva, Marly Hiatt, and Dr. Bill Christianson.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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The Squeal continues with the History of PIC, looking at the origin story of the names and line numbers. The group also looks at the onset of artificial insemination. With The Squeal today are Andrew Coates, Jose Piva, Marly Hiatt, and Dr. Bill Christianson.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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The Squeal not only shares information but brings people together as part of a collaborative focus. This episode starts a series on the history of PIC thru the eyes of key players. The group includes Andrew Coates, Jose Piva, Marly Hiatt, and Dr. Bill Christianson.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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The Squeal today wraps up the conversation on boar retention and nutrition by looking at key factors in understanding boar stud lifetime expectations. Joining us are Dr. Mike Tokach (Kansas State University), Dr. Michael Kleve-Feld (PIC Technical Services Director for Applied Male Reproduction) and Dr. Ning Lu (PIC Nutrition Specialist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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The Squeal today continues looking at boar nutrition and retention, sharing keys to success in managing growth and productivity in the boar herd. Joining us are Dr. Mike Tokach (Kansas State University), Dr. Michael Kleve-Feld (PIC Technical Services Director for Applied Male Reproduction) and Dr. Ning Lu (PIC Nutrition Specialist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
The Squeal looks at boar nutrition and retention, with an eye to keeping the genetic potential source in the herd for maximum productivity, until that potential is eclipsed by another source. Joining us are Dr. Mike Tokach (Kansas State University), Dr. Michael Kleve-Feld (PIC Technical Services Director for Applied Male Reproduction) and Dr. Ning Lu (PIC Nutrition Specialist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
There is a challenge to moving products around the world in a consistent, concise manner, so that each region has access to similar product. Shipping genetic potential to every customer in every nation is just a bit different. PIC's Supply Chain Directors Matthew Murphy, Brian Melody, and Gerardo Lopez highlight what they do to deliver consistency and reliably.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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The development and maintenance of a world wide & world class supply chain requires focus. On The Squeal is a discussion of the factors unique to the swine industry and the level of commitment and execution needed to maintain it. PIC's Supply Chain Directors Matthew Murphy, Brian Melody, and Gerardo Lopez share their insights.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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Creating and maintaining a world class supply chain is multi-factorial and has many elements. The Squeal brings together experts tasked with keeping the links connected during global upheaval and uncertainty. PIC's Supply Chain Directors Matthew Murphy, Brian Melody, and Gerardo Lopez discuss working through the past two years.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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Stacey Voight (PIC Technical Service Manager-Swine Reproduction) and Chock Booher (PIC Wean-to-Finish Specialist) share why the Digital Training Program Library is needed, who can access it, and how it helps improve customers be better in their operations. The current and future training videos are online at https://www.pic.com/resources/.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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This is part three of a three part series on California's Proposition 12. Dr. Juan Carlos Pinilla (PIC Director, Global Technical Services Reproduction), Dr. Lori Thomas Kociemba (PIC Technical Services Manager), and Dr. Don Davidson (Cooper Farms Veterinarian) wrap up this Proposition 12 series with a discussion on Proposition 12's impact on the US Swine Industry, asking what it will take to win in this environment for animals and staff.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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This is part two of a three part series on California's Proposition 12. Dr. Juan Carlos Pinilla (PIC Director, Global Technical Services Reproduction), Dr. Lori Thomas Kociemba (PIC Technical Services Manager), and Dr. Don Davidson (Cooper Farms Veterinarian) are drawing on their experience and learning to look into California's Proposition 12 impact on management & production, and the future.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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This is part one of a three part series on California's Proposition 12. Dr. Juan Carlos Pinilla (PIC Director, Global Technical Services Reproduction), Dr. Lori Thomas Kociemba (PIC Technical Services Manager), and Dr. Don Davidson (Cooper Farms Veterinarian) come together to discuss the practical aspects (requirements, management, and techniques) of selling into the massive California market.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series on animal handling. Dr. Lily Edwards-Callaway (Assistant Professor of Animal Sciences at Colorado State University), Chock Booher (PIC Wean-to-Finish Specialist), and Brandon Fields (PIC Applied Meat Science Manager) discuss production efficiency, Animal Well-being, and animal welfare.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series on animal handling. Dr. Lily Edwards-Callaway (Assistant Professor of Animal Sciences at Colorado State University), Chock Booher (PIC Wean-to-Finish Specialist), and Brandon Fields (PIC Applied Meat Science Manager) discuss handling animals and how facilities can impact animal health during movement.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series on animal handling. Dr. Lily Edwards-Callaway (Assistant Professor of Animal Sciences at Colorado State University), Chock Booher (PIC Wean-to-Finish Specialist), and Brandon Fields (PIC Applied Meat Science Manager) share tools and strategies for best animal care and quality. This is a great review for management and barn staff.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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This is a special episode looking at a new tool to help move the industry forward to improve the customer dinner plate experience. Joining us are PIC Applied Meat Scientists Dr. Neal Matthews and Brandon Fields. This new PIC tool is called Compass and it's a data resource to help packers and processors anonymously compare their meat quality to other packers and processors.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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PIC released GrowQuest ( https://www.pic.com/resources/growquest/ ) as a resource to help producers get the right information at the time they need it. Fernando Gomez (PIC Wean-to-Finish Technical Services), Isaiah Spath (PIC Wean-to-Finish Technical Services), and Wayne Cast (PIC Nutritionist) share on The Squeal how GrowQuest can be used to help producers get actionable working information to help them be the most successful pig producers they can be.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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Joining us for part three in this three part series to talk about facility design and genetic development are Dr. Saskia Bloemhof (PIC leader of the North and Latin America Genetic Services team), Nat Stas (PIC technical services specialist), and special guest Dr. Mark Knauer (North Carolina State Swine Extension Specialist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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What's happened in efficiency and productivity and how should that affect our facility design for today and the future? Joining us for part two in this three part series to talk about facility impact on the actualization of genetic potential are Dr. Saskia Bloemhof (PIC leader of the North and Latin America Genetic Services team), Nat Stas (PIC technical services specialist), and special guest Dr. Mark Knauer (North Carolina State Swine Extension Specialist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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Sometimes its good to step back and take a look at trend lines. What's happened in efficiency and productivity and how should that affect our facility design for today and the future? Joining us for part one in this three part series to talk about the degree and direction of genetic efforts are Dr. Saskia Bloemhof (PIC leader of the North and Latin America Genetic Services team), Nat Stas (PIC technical services specialist), and special guest Dr. Mark Knauer (North Carolina State Swine Extension Specialist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
PIC's Dr. Neal Matthews and Brandon Fields have been decades in the business of pork meat quality and years in the creation of PIC's new online Total Carcass Value Handbook. They share why the Total Carcass Value Handbook is important to you and how you can use it to understand pork quality around the world. Learn more about the PIC Total Carcass Value Handbook https://www.pic.com/resources/total-carcass-value-handbook/
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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This is part three of a three part series looking at winter preparation. Dr. Brett Ramirez (Iowa State University swine and poultry housing extension specialist), Dr. Will López (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services Specialist), and Fernando Gomez (PIC Technical Services Director) discuss the intersection of air flow, humidity, and heating costs.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
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This is part two of a three part series looking at winter preparation. With winter on its way, Dr. Brett Ramirez (Iowa State University swine and poultry housing extension specialist), Dr. Will López (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services Specialist), and Fernando Gomez (PIC Technical Services Director) help you update your checklist for site preparation and healthcare for compromised pigs.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or you're a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series looking at winter preparation. Dr. Brett Ramirez (Iowa State University swine and poultry housing extension specialist), Dr. Will López (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services Specialist), and Fernando Gomez (PIC Technical Services Director) look at early pig care considerations, ventilation, and managing health challenges in the coming months.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youÌre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series on staff motivation in challenging times. Special guest Matt Booth (Certified Speaking Professional and attitude expert) is joined by Jamie Hundley (Production General Manager, Birchwood Genetics) and Jason Pooley (PIC's Supply Chain Manager).
The group looks at how to deal with difficult employees and working with them to change and be better at what they do.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youÌre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series on staff motivation in challenging times. Special guest Matt Booth (Certified Speaking Professional and attitude expert) is joined by Jamie Hundley (Production General Manager, Birchwood Genetics) and Jason Pooley (PIC's Supply Chain Manager).
The group looks at how to understand what motivates employees and working with different people, personality types, and learning styles.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youÌre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series on staff motivation in challenging times. Special guest Matt Booth (Certified Speaking Professional and attitude expert) is joined by Jamie Hundley (Production General Manager, Birchwood Genetics) and Jason Pooley (PIC's Supply Chain Manager).
The group looks at how to help farm staff and management work through problems while the Coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic impacts farm operations across the country and world.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youÌre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series looking at genetic improvements' impact on feed efficiency. In this episode, The Squeal finishes up by looking at nutrition during the nursery and grow out phase, and where the researchers should look next! Joining The Squeal conversation are Dr. Trey Kellner (AMVC Swine Nutritionist), Dr. Saskia Bloemhof (PIC Geneticist), and Wayne Cast (PIC nutritionist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youÌre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series looking at genetic improvements impact on feed efficiency. In this episode, The Squeal looks at how genetics affect sow nutrition and farrowing/lactation demands. Joining The Squeal conversation are Dr. Trey Kellner (AMVC Swine Nutritionist), Dr. Saskia Bloemhof (PIC Geneticist), and Wayne Cast (PIC nutritionist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youÌre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series looking at genetic improvements impact on feed efficiency. In this episode, The Squeal looks at long-term improvements in efficiency and productivity plus the impact of regional diets. Joining The Squeal conversation are Dr. Trey Kellner (AMVC Swine Nutritionist), Dr. Saskia Bloemhof (PIC Geneticist), and Wayne Cast (PIC nutritionist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youÌre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series looking at gilt development. The Squeal looks at managing the growth and readiness to perform in your breeding herd. The group also touches on husbandry, nutrition, and health ideas. Joining us for this discussion is Dr. Ken Stalder (Professor, Iowa State University), Malcolm Turley (PIC Seed Stock Selection Specialist), and Nat Stas (PIC Wean To Finish Technical Services Manager).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youÌre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series looking at gilt development. The Squeal continues the discussion on environmental, facility, and selection considerations to give your growing replacement gilts the best outcome. Joining us for this discussion is Dr. Ken Stalder (Professor, Iowa State University), Malcolm Turley (PIC Seed Stock Selection Specialist), and Nat Stas (PIC Wean To Finish Technical Services Manager).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youÌre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series looking at gilt development. The Squeal looks at managing a market pig flow versus your breeding herd replacements. The panel also examines development & environment to maximize your parity potential. Joining us for this discussion is Dr. Ken Stalder (Professor, Iowa State University), Malcolm Turley (PIC Seed Stock Selection Specialist), and Nat Stas (PIC Wean To Finish Technical Services Manager).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youÌre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series looking at quality weaned pigs. In this episode The Squeal jumps into management, husbandry practices, and general health issues the panel identifies as important. Joining us for this discussion are Ben Keeble (Sunterra Farms VP of US Operations), Dr. Steve Dritz (PIC Director Global Technical Service), Dr. Will López (PIC Technical Services Specialist, Wean to Finish), and Dr. Deanne Hemker (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youÌre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series looking at quality weaned pigs. In this episode The Squeal discusses the impact of good biosecurity protocols. Joining us for this discussion are Ben Keeble (Sunterra Farms VP of US Operations), Dr. Steve Dritz (PIC Director Global Technical Service), Dr. Will López (PIC Technical Services Specialist, Wean to Finish), and Dr. Deanne Hemker (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youÌre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series looking at quality weaned pigs. What is a quality weaned pig? What's it worth? What success factors create an environment for quality weaned pigs? Joining us for this discussion are Ben Keeble (Sunterra Farms VP of US Operations), Dr. Steve Dritz (PIC Director Global Technical Service), Dr. Will López (PIC Technical Services Specialist, Wean to Finish), and Dr. Deanne Hemker (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youÌre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It's the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series looking at finding and retaining barn staff. This episode of The Squeal aims to provide insight on managing employee motivation, finding the right person to handle your training program, and growing your management team. On The Squeal is Ashley Hengen (PIC Senior Human Resources Generalist), Stacey Voight (PIC Technical Service Manager-Swine Reproduction), and Valerie Duttlinger (Summit SmartFarms Chief Analytics Officer & Executive Coach).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you're tuning in for the first time or youíre a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. Itís the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the subscribe or follow button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series looking at finding and retaining barn staff. In this episode The Squeal looks at approaches to recruiting barn staff and bringing people onboard. On The Squeal is Ashley Hengen (PIC Senior Human Resources Generalist), Stacey Voight (PIC Technical Service Manager-Swine Reproduction), and Valerie Duttlinger (Summit SmartFarms Chief Analytics Officer & Executive Coach).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series looking at finding and retaining barn staff. In this episode The Squeal looks at barn staff retention, tools to help, and compensation considerations. On The Squeal is Ashley Hengen (PIC Senior Human Resources Generalist), Stacey Voight (PIC Technical Service Manager-Swine Reproduction), and Valerie Duttlinger (Summit SmartFarms Chief Analytics Officer & Executive Coach).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series looking at best wean to finish practices. In this episode The Squeal wraps with a conversation on the importance of well managed wean to finish operations as we look at proper environment and stocking density. On The Squeal is Dr. Will López (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services Specialist), Isaiah Spath (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services), and Lance Barton (Belstra V.P. of Pig Production & Genetic Services).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series looking at best wean to finish practices. In this episode The Squeal looks at site preparation. On The Squeal is Dr. Will López (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services Specialist), Isaiah Spath (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services), and Lance Barton (Belstra V.P. of Pig Production & Genetic Services).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series looking at best wean to finish practices. In this episode The Squeal looks at incoming weaned pigs and a new tool to help you manage the transition and grow out. On The Squeal is Dr. Will López (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services Specialist), Isaiah Spath (PIC Wean to Finish Techical Services), and Lance Barton (Belstra V.P. of Pig Production & Genetic Services).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series looking at African Swine Fever. In this episode the PIC team looks at how African Swine Fever impacts the markets and trade. The PIC team includes Ilia Zubtsov (PIC Technical Consultant for Europe), Dr. Angel Manabat (PIC Technical Services Manager, Asia and the Philippines), Dr. Ming Lu (PIC China), and Dr. Tim Snider (PIC Regional Director of Health Assurance for Europe).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series looking at African Swine Fever. In this episode the PIC team looks at how biosecurity and governments helped keep African Swine Fever from spreading. The PIC team includes Ilia Zubtsov (PIC Technical Consultant for Europe), Dr. Angel Manabat (PIC Technical Services Manager, Asia and the Philippines), Dr. Ming Lu (PIC China), and Dr. Tim Snider (PIC Regional Director of Health Assurance for Europe).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series looking at African Swine Fever. The Squeal starts a great session with an around the world African Swine Fever review with top PIC regional personnel, including Ilia Zubtsov (PIC Technical Consultant for Europe), Dr. Angel Manabat (PIC Technical Services Manager, Asia and the Philippines), Dr. Ming Lu (PIC China), and Dr. Tim Snider (PIC Regional Director of Health Assurance for Europe).
African Swine Fever is absent from North America, some say for the time being. PIC specialists share what happened in their areas, how it has affected the industry, and perhaps, most importantly, what preparations producers should be making.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series looking at managing nutrition for your reproductive herd. The PIC nutrition team reviews a new feeding tool and tackles questions and answers around the panel. The panel includes Wayne Cast (PIC Nutritionist), Dr. Uislei Orlando (PIC Global Nutrition Programs Director), Dr. Isaac Huerta (PIC European Technical Services Manager), Dr. Carine Vier (PIC Nutrition Specialist), and Dr. Ning Lu (PIC Nutrition Specialist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series looking at managing nutrition for your reproductive herd. The panel discusses gestation, lactation, and wean to estrus diets, plus talks about communicating the revised guidelines. The Squeal brings together the PIC nutrition team: Wayne Cast (PIC Nutritionist), Dr. Uislei Orlando (PIC Global Nutrition Programs Director), Dr. Isaac Huerta (PIC European Technical Services Manager), Dr. Carine Vier (PIC Nutrition Specialist), and Dr. Ning Lu (PIC Nutrition Specialist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series looking at managing nutrition for your reproductive herd, discussing new nutritional guidelines and information sources. The Squeal brings together the PIC nutrition team to share what is new. The panel includes Wayne Cast (PIC Nutritionist), Dr. Uislei Orlando (PIC Global Nutrition Programs Director), Dr. Isaac Huerta (PIC European Technical Services Manager), Dr. Carine Vier (PIC Nutrition Specialist), and Dr. Ning Lu (PIC Nutrition Specialist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series looking at managing operations in the summer months. Dr. Sergio Canavate (PIC North American Technical Service Manager), Nat Stas (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services Manager), and Dr. Clayton Johnson (Carthage Veterinary Service, Ltd.) wrap up this series on summer preparation, giving special consideration to nutrition, feed management, and pelleting.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series looking at managing operations in the summer months. Dr. Sergio Canavate (PIC North American Technical Service Manager), Nat Stas (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services Manager), and Dr. Clayton Johnson (Carthage Veterinary Service, Ltd.) talk about changes to breeding programs due to summer heat.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series looking at managing operations in the summer months. Dr. Sergio Canavate (PIC North American Technical Service Manager), Nat Stas (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services Manager), and Dr. Clayton Johnson (Carthage Veterinary Service, Ltd.) share their insights on getting ready and understating the day to day summer activity to keep pigs safe and healthy.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series looking at Wean To Finish vitamins, trace minerals, and tools, with Fernando Gomez (PIC Wean to Finish Specialist), Dr. Uislei Orlando (PIC Global Nutrition Programs Director), Wayne Cast (PIC Nutritionist), Dr. Ning Lu (PIC Nutrition Specialist), and Dr. Carine Vier (PIC Nutrition Specialist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series discussing revised Wean to Finish feeding recommendations looking at feed and environment impact on animal behaviors plus recommended calcium and phosphorus levels with Fernando Gomez (PIC Wean to Finish Specialist), Dr. Uislei Orlando (PIC Global Nutrition Programs Director), Wayne Cast (PIC Nutritionist), Dr. Ning Lu (PIC Nutrition Specialist), and Dr. Carine Vier (PIC Nutrition Specialist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series discussing changes in Wean to Finish feeding recommendations with the people who know best: Fernando Gomez (PIC Wean to Finish Specialist), Dr. Uislei Orlando (PIC Global Nutrition Programs Director), Wayne Cast (PIC Nutritionist), Dr. Ning Lu (PIC Nutrition Specialist), and Dr. Carine Vier (PIC Nutrition Specialist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series on Gilt Selection with Dr. Ken Stalder (Swine Genetics Specialist, Iowa State University), Malcolm Turley (PIC Gene Transfer Supply Account Manager), and Marlon Tafs (PIC Quality Assurance Manager). In this episode the group discusses animal composition, selection criteria outcomes, and managing breeding animals vs production animals.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series on Gilt Selection with Dr. Ken Stalder (Swine Genetics Specialist, Iowa State University), Malcolm Turley (PIC Gene Transfer Supply Account Manager), and Marlon Tafs (PIC Quality Assurance Manager). In this episode the group discusses pitfalls and where where people can go wrong.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series on gilt selection with Dr. Ken Stalder (Swine Genetics Specialist, Iowa State University), Malcolm Turley (PIC Gene Transfer Supply Account Manager), and Marlon Tafs (PIC Quality Assurance Manager). In this episode the group discusses space, lighting, and training.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is an encore episode, part three of a three part series, on day one pig care. Steve Horton (Sow Farm Supervisor for Thomas Livestock), Kendall Weger (PIC Global Technical Services ), and Pedro Mosqueira (PIC Technical Services) share some case study insights on employee communications that make first day pig care successful.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is an encore episode, part two of a three part series, on day one pig care. Steve Horton (Sow Farm Supervisor for Thomas Livestock), Kendall Weger (PIC Global Technical Services ), and Pedro Mosqueira (PIC Technical Services) talk about the preparation required to get personnel ready for pre-farrowing activities and colostrum management.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is an encore episode, part one of a three part series, on day one pig care. Steve Horton (Sow Farm Supervisor for Thomas Livestock), Kendall Weger (PIC Global Technical Services ), and Pedro Mosqueira (PIC Technical Services) talk about the some of the key indicators and actions required for that first day of piglet care.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series on Boar Stud Semen with Angela Zulkoski (Site Manager at Sandy Pine Systems), Dr. Michael Kleve-Feld (PIC Global Boar Stud Technical Operations Lead), and Dr. Brad Didion (PIC Manager of Reproduction Services). In this episode the group talks about pooled semen, operational improvements, and Q&A with the team.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series on Boar Stud Semen with Angela Zulkoski (Site Manager at Sandy Pine Systems), Dr. Michael Kleve-Feld (PIC Global Boar Stud Technical Operations Lead), and Dr. Brad Didion (PIC Manager of Reproduction Services). In this episode the group talks about the technology available to help evaluate, manage, and improve boar stud semen processes.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series on Boar Stud Semen with Angela Zulkoski (Site Manager at Sandy Pine Systems), Dr. Michael Kleve-Feld (PIC Global Boar Stud Technical Operations Lead), and Dr. Brad Didion (PIC Manager of Reproduction Services). In this episode the group takes a look at the management of boar stud semen quality.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series on meat tenderness with Dr. Steven Lonergan (Iowa State University), Brandon Fields, (PIC Applied Meat Science Manager), and Dr. Andrzej Sosnicki (PIC Technical Services Director). In this episode the group takes a look at animal handling, standards of practice, and carcass handling.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series on meat tenderness with Dr. Steven Lonergan (Iowa State University), Brandon Fields, (PIC Applied Meat Science Manager), and Dr. Andrzej Sosnicki (PIC Technical Services Director). In this episode the group takes a look at meat tenderness and those management factors that can make a difference in the end product.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series on meat tenderness with Dr. Steven Lonergan (Iowa State University), Brandon Fields, (PIC Applied Meat Science Manager), and Dr. Andrzej Sosnicki (PIC Technical Services Director). In this episode the group discusses the term tenderness as it relates to consumer meat preferences.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series on boar stud management with Dr. Michael Kleve-Feld (PIC Reproduction Services Manager), Malcolm Turley (PIC Gene Transfer Manager), and Jay Coble (Geode Manager). In this episode the group looks at the importance of cleanliness.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series on boar stud management with Dr. Michael Kleve-Feld (PIC Reproduction Services Manager), Malcolm Turley (PIC Gene Transfer Manager), and Jay Coble (Geode Manager). In this episode the group discusses inventory management and farm fertility.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series on boar stud management with Dr. Michael Kleve-Feld (PIC Reproduction Services Manager), Malcolm Turley (PIC Gene Transfer Manager), and Jay Coble (Geode Manager). In this episode the group shares information on boar isolation and training.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series on pig behavior with Dr. Simon Turner (Senior Researcher in Animal Behavior at Scotland's Rural College), Dr. Isaac Huerta (PIC Technical Services Manager), Dr. Justin Holl (PIC Geneticist), and Nat Stas (PIC Technical Services Manager). The group looks at technologies for pig behavior and address questions about pig behavior.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series on pig behavior with Dr. Simon Turner (Senior Researcher in Animal Behavior at Scotland's Rural College), Dr. Isaac Huerta (PIC Technical Services Manager), Dr. Justin Holl (PIC Geneticist), and Nat Stas (PIC Technical Services Manager). This episode focuses on understanding the causes of non-positive pig behaviors.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series on pig behavior with Dr. Simon Turner (Senior Researcher in Animal Behavior at Scotland's Rural College), Dr. Isaac Huerta (PIC Technical Services Manager), Dr. Justin Holl (PIC Geneticist), and Nat Stas (PIC Technical Services Manager). This episode focuses on understanding what normal behavior looks like and comparing it to abnormal behaviors plus how to spot them.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series with Dr. Joel Nerem (Pipestone), Dr. Andrea Pitkin (PIC), and Dr. Jess Waddell (PIC), answering questions about biosecurity culture, training, and improvement processes.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series with Dr. Joel Nerem (Pipestone), Dr. Andrea Pitkin (PIC), and Dr. Jess Waddell (PIC), talking about transferring biosecurity knowledge to the production staff.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series with Dr. Joel Nerem (Pipestone), Dr. Andrea Pitkin (PIC), and Dr. Jess Waddell (PIC), talking about biosecurity concepts and mindset.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series on recruiting employees, looking at employee retention and what is available to help retain people.
Neal Paszkiewicz (Wakefield Pork), Kay Stinson (Seaboard Foods) and Ashley Hengen (PIC) talk about employees staying long term and understanding the turn over of employees.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series on recruiting employees, looking at on-boarding, what's changed in the last several years, and how hiring managers prepare for new employees.
Neal Paszkiewicz (Wakefield Pork), Kay Stinson (Seaboard Foods) and Ashley Hengen (PIC) talk about hurdles in getting new employees comfortable and setup for success. Key focus is on training, getting people prepared, and being patient.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series on recruiting employees, looking at recruitment processes and programs. Neal Paszkiewicz (Wakefield Pork), Kay Stinson (Seaboard Foods) and Ashley Hengen (PIC) talk about employee recruitment at a range of operations and what works for them.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series on Reproductive Success, looking at gaining and maintaining profitable farrowing rates.
Today the Squeal round table discuss what success means in farrowing rates, efficiency, and cost with Jose Santiago (Sow Production Manager at Tosh Farms), Carine Vier (PIC Nutrition Specialist), and Sergio Canavate (PIC Technical Service Manager).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part two of a three part series on Reproductive Success, discussing actions which provide positive outcomes.
Today the Squeal round table discuss what success means in reproduction with Jose Santiago (Sow Production Manager at Tosh Farms), Carine Vier (PIC Nutrition Specialist), and Sergio Canavate (PIC Technical Service Manager).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part one of a three part series on Reproductive Success, pulling together various aspects of the breeding, nutrition, and farrowing programs to repeatedly hit targets and schedules.
Today the Squeal round table discuss best practices and areas of focus with Jose Santiago (Sow Production Manager at Tosh Farms), Carine Vier (PIC Nutrition Specialist), and Sergio Canavate (PIC Technical Service Manager).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or you’re a long-time listener, take a second to subscribe to The Squeal. It’s the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest podcast episodes. Just find the “subscribe” or “follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts. Already a subscriber? Visit your phone settings and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode.
This is part three of a three part series on Pork Quality. Today's discussion gets to monetizing pork quality and the view from the meat case.
Our panel of experts shares their insights with you in this 3 part series on the Squeal. Joining us are PIC's meat quality meisters Brandon Fields and Dr. Neal Matthews, and special guest Collette Caster, CEO of the American Meat Science Association.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part two of a three part series on Pork Quality. Today we continue our Pork Quality discussion looking at animal welfare, feed withdrawal and packing plant practices.
Our panel of experts shares their insights with you in this 3 part series on the Squeal. Joining us are PIC's meat quality meisters Brandon Fields and Dr. Neal Matthews, and special guest Collette Caster, CEO of the American Meat Science Association.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part one of a three part series on Pork Quality. What is it? What affects it? What should you target to achieve and maintain today's definition of optimal pork quality?
Our panel of experts shares their insights with you in this 3 part series on the Squeal. Joining us are PIC's meat quality meisters Brandon Fields and Dr. Neal Matthews, and special guest Collette Caster, CEO of the American Meat Science Association.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part three of a three part series on how to manage the wean to finish phase. Dr. Joe Conner (Carthage Veterinary Service), Dr. Deanne Hemker (Health Assurance Veterinarian, PIC), and Dr. Will Lopez (Technical Services Wean to Finish Specialist, PIC) take on questions about wean to finish health, their management, and approaches to dealing with pathogens.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part two of a three part series on how to manage the wean to finish phase. Dr. Joe Conner (Carthage Veterinary Service), Dr. Deanne Hemker (Health Assurance Veterinarian, PIC), and Dr. Will Lopez (Technical Services Wean to Finish Specialist, PIC) talk about managing on site pathogens - what's involved and who is invoked.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part one of a three part series on how to manage the wean to finish phase. Dr. Joe Conner (Carthage Veterinary Service), Dr. Deanne Hemker (Health Assurance Veterinarian, PIC), and Dr. Will Lopez (Technical Services Wean to Finish Specialist, PIC) talk about new technologies, herd monitoring tools, and best herd health management practices.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part three of a three part series on animal handling. Dr. Lily Edwards-Callaway (Assistant Professor of Animal Sciences at Colorado State University), Chock Booher (PIC Wean-to-Finish Specialist), and Brandon Fields (PIC Applied Meat Science Manager) discuss production efficiency, Animal Well-being, and animal welfare.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part two of a three part series on animal handling. Dr. Lily Edwards-Callaway (Assistant Professor of Animal Sciences at Colorado State University), Chock Booher (PIC Wean-to-Finish Specialist), and Brandon Fields (PIC Applied Meat Science Manager) discuss handling animals and how facilities can impact animal health during movement.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part one of a three part series on animal handling. Dr. Lily Edwards-Callaway (Assistant Professor of Animal Sciences at Colorado State University), Chock Booher (PIC Wean-to-Finish Specialist), and Brandon Fields (PIC Applied Meat Science Manager) share tools and strategies for best animal care and quality. This is a great review for management and barn staff.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part three of a three part series on priorities in pig nutrition. Kansas State's Dr. Mike Tokach and PIC's Wayne Cast and Dr. Uislei Orlando talk through their thoughts on ingredient quality.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part two of a multi part series on priorities in pig nutrition. Kansas State's Dr. Mike Tokach and PIC's Wayne Cast and Dr. Uislei Orlando talk through their thoughts on nutrient access, feed mill considerations, and feeder selection.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part one of a multi part series on priorities in pig nutrition. Kansas State's Dr. Mike Tokach and PIC's Wayne Cast and Dr. Uislei Orlando talk through the key performance indicators used in understanding pig nutrition and how to prioritize the information in the decision making process.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part three of a multi part series on day one pig care. Steve Horton (Sow Farm Supervisor for Thomas Livestock), Kendall Weger (PIC Global Technical Services ), and Pedro Mosqueira (PIC Technical Services) share some case study insights on employee communications that make first day pig care successful.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part two of a multi part series on day one pig care. Steve Horton (Sow Farm Supervisor for Thomas Livestock), Kendall Weger (PIC Global Technical Services ), and Pedro Mosqueira (PIC Technical Services) talk about the preparation required to get personnel ready for pre-farrowing activities and colostrum management.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part one of a multi part series on day one pig care. Steve Horton (Sow Farm Supervisor for Thomas Livestock), Kendall Weger (PIC Global Technical Services ), and Pedro Mosqueira (PIC Technical Services) talk about the some of the key indicators and actions required for that first day of piglet care.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part one of a multi part series on Endemic Diseases. Dr. Bailey Arruda (Iowa State University Assistant Professor), Dr. Jess Waddell (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian), and Dr. Maria Clavijo (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian and Research Assistant Professor at Iowa State University), look at the types of disease endemic agents cause, the issues they bring, and what symptoms to look for.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part three of a three part series on staff motivation in challenging times. Special guest Matt Booth (Certified Speaking Professional and attitude expert) is joined by Jamie Hundley (Production General Manager, Birchwood Genetics) and Jason Pooley (PIC's Supply Chain Manager).
The group looks at how to deal with difficult employees and working with them to change and be better at what they do.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part two of a three part series on staff motivation in challenging times. Special guest Matt Booth (Certified Speaking Professional and attitude expert) is joined by Jamie Hundley (Production General Manager, Birchwood Genetics) and Jason Pooley (PIC's Supply Chain Manager).
The group looks at how to understand what motivates employees and working with different people, personality types, and learning styles.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part one of a three part series on staff motivation in challenging times. Special guest Matt Booth (Certified Speaking Professional and attitude expert) is joined by Jamie Hundley (Production General Manager, Birchwood Genetics) and Jason Pooley (PIC's Supply Chain Manager).
The group looks at how to help farm staff and management work through problems while the Coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic impacts farm operations across the country and world.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part two of a two part series on sow farm management. The Squeal group discusses various aspects of culling and replacement rate.
The panel includes Jay Oliver (Tosh Farms), Jose Piva (PIC Latin America Technical Services Director), Carlos Gonzalez (PIC USA Technical Services).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part one of a two part series on sow farm management. The Squeal group discusses various aspects of sow management related to feeding, farrowing, and body conditioning.
The panel includes Jay Oliver (Tosh Farms), Jose Piva (PIC Latin America Technical Services Director), Carlos Gonzalez (PIC USA Technical Services).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part two of a two part series on swine body condition. Dr. Mark Knauer from North Carolina State Extension and PICs Sergio Canavate and Dr. Ning Lu discuss body condition factors and practical tools to improve your operation's performance.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part one of a two part series on swine body condition. The panel looks into quantitative approaches to assess body conditions and the tools to help understand the impacts of proper body condition management.
The panel includes Dr. Mark Knauer (North Carolina State Extension), Dr. Ning Lu (PIC), and Dr. Sergio Canavate (PIC).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part two of a two part series on nursery pig nutrition, focusing on feed presentation and feed management issues. The panel looks at how wean to finish pigs get to the feed, helping stimulate pigs to learn to take up feed and water, and insuring the feed bins are setup correctly.
The panel includes Kyle Coble (JBS Live Pork), Amanda Gerhart (JBS Live Pork), Wayne Cast (PIC Nutritionist), and Isaiah Spath (PIC Product Validation and Wean to Finish Technical Services).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part one of a two part series on nursery pig nutrition. The panel looks at wean to finish pig access to nutrition and helping them make the transition from mother's milk to a dry diet.
The panel includes Kyle Coble (JBS Live Pork), Amanda Gerhart (JBS Live Pork), Wayne Cast (PIC Nutritionist), and Isaiah Spath (PIC Product Validation and Wean to Finish Technical Services).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This is part three of a three part series on managing for best access to nutrition. In this episode on management ideas for feeding to maximize genetic potential, The Squeal focuses on ensuring a free-flowing and optimum quality water supply.
The panel includes Ben Haberl (Director of Feed and Nutrition at Iowa Select Farms), Ilia Zubtsov (PIC Technical Consultant for Ukraine, Russia, and parts of Asia), Nat Stas (PIC Wean To Finish Technical Services Team), and Wayne Cast (PIC Nutritionist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This episode of The Squeal continues the discussion on access to nutrition: Management ideas for feeding for maximum genetic potential.
The panel includes Ben Haberl (Director of Feed and Nutrition at Iowa Select Farms), Ilia Zubtsov (PIC Technical Consultant for Ukraine, Russia, and parts of Asia), Nat Stas (PIC Wean To Finish Technical Services Team), and Wayne Cast (PIC Nutritionist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Swine herd nutrition is the big ticket on every operation, and today we're looking at access to that nutrition. Today our special guests will talk about feed mills, ingredients, and pelleting, discussing issues that may be limiting health and profitability.
The panel includes Ben Haberl (Director of Feed and Nutrition at Iowa Select Farms), Ilia Zubtsov (PIC Technical Consultant for Ukraine, Russia, and parts of Asia), Nat Stas (PIC Wean To Finish Technical Services Team), and Wayne Cast (PIC Nutritionist).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
How are genetic improvements disseminated from PIC development throughout the breeding herd, and how might that impact your management considerations? Our special guest today is Todd Marotz, Head Of Production at Wakefield Pork, and Gerardo Lopez, PIC North America Regional Supply Chain Director, and Lindsay Case, PIC North America and Latin America Genetic Services Manager.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
African Swine Fever, or ASF, is a critical issue for the global pork production industry. PIC's Health and Technical Services team spent a recent afternoon with Dr. José Manuel Sánchez-Vizcaíno, University Complutense of Madrid, to better understand the history, dispersal, and future impact of ASF.
Afterwards, Dr. Tim Snider (Health Assurance Director, PIC Europe), Dr. Jean Paul Cano (Health Assurance Director, PIC Americas), and Dr. Marisa Rotolo (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian) discuss the presentation by Dr. Sánchez-Vizcaíno and share their thoughts.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to ‘The Squeal’, PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
In this third part of a three part series on the evolution of genetics and nutrition, the panel discusses "What does the future hold for swine genetics and nutrition?" On the panel are Dr. John Patience of Iowa State University, Dr. William Herring, PIC's Director Of Global Development, and Dr. Uislei Orlando, PIC's Global Nutrition Director.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to ‘The Squeal’, PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
In this second part of a three part series on the evolution of genetics and nutrition, the panel discusses "What new metric is of greatest value to you?" On the panel are Dr. John Patience of Iowa State University, Dr. William Herring, PIC's Director Of Global Development, and Dr. Uislei Orlando, PIC's Global Nutrition Director.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to ‘The Squeal’, PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
This episode focuses on the question "What should we expect from the evolution of genetics and nutrition?", with Dr. John Patience of Iowa State University, Dr. William Herring, PIC's Director Of Global Development, and Dr. Uislei Orlando, PIC's Global Nutrition Director.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to ‘The Squeal’, PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Feeding The PIC Sow, Part 3: This episode on feeding the PIC sow for optimal performance focuses on farrowing and wean to estrus feeding programs with Dr. Steve Dritz (Kansas State University), Dr. Uislei Orlando (PIC), and Dr. Marcio Goncalves (former PIC nutritionist and Founder at Swine.It ).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to ‘The Squeal’, PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Feeding The PIC Sow, Part 2: This episode on feeding the PIC sow for optimal performance focuses on gestation rations in feeding programs with Dr. Steve Dritz (Kansas State University), Dr. Uislei Orlando (PIC), and Dr. Marcio Goncalves (former PIC nutritionist and Founder at Swine.It ).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to ‘The Squeal’, PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Feeding The PIC Sow, Part 1: The genetic blueprint is a key component of the end product. But matching nutritional profiles to extract optimal value is critical to your profitability. In this The Squeal series, Dr. Steve Dritz (Kansas State University), Dr. Uislei Orlando (PIC), and Dr. Marcio Goncalves (former PIC nutritionist and Founder at Swine.It ) discuss considerations in feeding the PIC sow through gilt development.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to ‘The Squeal’, PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Disease Elimination In Swine Farms: Dr. Bill Hollis (Carthage Veterinary Service), Dr. Jer Geiger (PIC), and Dr. Jean Paul Cano (PIC) discuss disease elimination, which is becoming ever more important as the industry works to reduce antibiotic use.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to ‘The Squeal’, PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Decision Making In Diet Formulation: Ani-Tek Group's Dr. Aaron Gaines, along with PIC's top nutrition specialists Wayne Cast and Dr. Uislei Orlando, have an in-depth conversation on decision making in diet formulations.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to ‘The Squeal’, PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Early Pig Care: Matt Grimm (Cactus Family Farms), Dr. Fernando Gomez (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services Specialist), and Joe Koenig (PIC Account Manager) cover early pig care as a critical component for swine operations.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to ‘The Squeal’, PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Finishing Pig Nutrition: Dr. Márcio Gonçalves (PIC Global Nutrition Specialist), Dr. Noel Williams (Iowa Select Farms), and Wayne Cast (PIC) focus on nutrition (tools, technologies, process improvements, and ingredients) as a key element in maximizing genetic potential.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to ‘The Squeal’, PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Biosecurity: Dr. Joel Nerem (Pipestone), Dr. Andrea Pitkin (PIC), and Dr. Jess Waddell (PIC) talk about the key elements of biosecurity, what is involved in developing a mindset around biosecurity, and thinking about the diligence required to build the infrastructure for a sustainable biosecurity culture.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to ‘The Squeal’, PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Managing Ventilation: This episode shares important management best practices on managing ventilation for maximum performance. We’ve assembled for this timely topic Lance Barton (Belstra Milling Director of Wean to Finish and Genetic Services), Fernando Gomez (PIC Wean to Finish Specialist), and Nat Stas (PIC Wean to Finish Tech Service Team member).
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to ‘The Squeal’, PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Gilt Selection: In this episode on the importance of gilt selection, Dr. Ken Stalder (Swine Genetics Specialist, Iowa State University), Malcolm Turley (PIC Gene Transfer Supply Account Manager), and Marlon Tafs (PIC Quality Assurance Manager), talk about how to best setup the gilt selection operating environment, employee training, and evaluation criteria.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to ‘The Squeal’, PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.
Meat Quality: In this episode on meat quality, Collette Kaster of Kaster Solutions and PIC Meat Scientists Dr. Neal Matthews and Brandon Fields offer viewpoints on management and technology.
At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on your's.
Thanks for listening to ‘The Squeal’, PIC’s swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics.