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The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast

Learn swine health from the brightest minds of the global swine industry – in 9 minutes.If you are a swine veterinarian who wants to stay up to date with all that is working in the industry, but doesn’t know how to start, doesn’t have the time, or feel most courses out there don’t deliver, then you have come to the right place.The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is specially designed by and for professionals just like yourself. With it, you can effortlessly have access to the thoughts of the most

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12:34

Dr. Erik Eckhardt: Postbiotics in Swine Health | Ep. 43

The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast ·

2023/03/01

You have already heard about prebiotics and probiotics, but do you know what postbiotics are? Postbiotics are a relatively new type of feed additive, characterized by inanimate microorganisms/components which are prepared to confer health benefits to their hosts. So what does it do to pigs to improve their health status and, consequently, their performance? In this episode, Dr. Erik Eckhardt discusses the concepts involving postbiotics, their mode of action, and the way they enhance the health and

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12:21

Dr. Berenice Munguia-Ramirez: Improving PRRS...

The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast ·

2023/02/21

PRRS is a disease that poses a significant challenge to the swine industry in the US. In that sense, on-farm decisions often rely on the accuracy of the final PCR testing results, making it crucial to obtain precise outcomes: the high demand for accurate PRRS diagnostic tests underscores the need for continuous advancements in diagnostic technology. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Berenice Munguia-Ramirez about her research on ways to improve PRRS PCR testing in swine, discussing the use endogenous

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Dr. Jianqiang Zhang: PRRS Virus Isolation Part II |...

The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast ·

2023/02/14

During the first part of this discussion, in the previous episode, Dr. Jianqiang Zhang talked about the different success rates of virus isolation when it comes to MARC-145 and ZMAC Cell Lines. In today’s episode, he discusses how often we may find unexpected viruses in clinical samples for virus isolation. This research is crucial for diagnostics, vaccine production and thus, the control of PRRS and reduction of its impact on the swine industry.Meet the guest: Dr. Jianqiang ZhangExperience:Current:

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Dr. Jianqiang Zhang: PRRS Virus Isolation Part I |...

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2023/02/08

The Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) is a significant threat the swine industry currently faces. Therefore, ongoing efforts to improve our understanding of the disease and develop effective prevention and control strategies are critical to ensure the future of the sector. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Jianqiang Zhang about studies isolating PRRS viruses and the difference between MARC-145 and ZMAC Cell Lines when it comes to virus isolation success rates.Meet the guest: Dr

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Dr. Pablo Piñeyro: PCV2 State in the US | Ep. 39

The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast ·

2023/01/31

Porcine Circovirus Type 2 (PCV2) is a major cause of disease in pigs, particularly grower-finisher pigs in the US. Currently, the situation of PCV2 in the country is of continued monitoring and management, because despite efforts to control the spread of the virus, it continues to pose a significant challenge to the American pork industry. It is with that in mind that I talk with Dr. Pablo Piñeyro, in this episode, about how diagnostic techniques have changed since vaccines were developed and how to

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Dr. Rachel Caddiell: Measuring Pain in Pigs | Ep. 38

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2023/01/24

It is a fact that pigs can experience pain. Therefore, it is also a fact that ensuring they are not suffering is crucial. In that sense, the study of pain management in pigs can help identify and develop effective techniques that benefit the pig industry. However, it is essential to bear in mind that pain is subjective and can be challenging to measure in animals, so developing effective methods of measuring pain in pigs is as important as managing it. In this episode, Dr. Rachel Caddiell and I

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Dr. Alan Young: Managing Vaccine Technology | Ep. 37

The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast ·

2023/01/18

How does one start and manage a licensed vaccine technology company? In this episode, I talk with Dr. Alan Young, the founder and chief science officer of Medgene Labs, about his background and experience with comparative immunology and the development of the company's vaccine technology. He also discusses the necessity of providing practical solutions for producers and animal industries by applying their technology to solve problems in the industry and create effective vaccines for swine and

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11:44

Dr. Dustin Boler: Commercial Research Program Part 2...

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2023/01/10

There are a lot of details and inner workings in a swine research facility, especially when it comes to running it at a commercial level and dealing with customers who expect top-notch, quality trials. In this episode, which is the first part of a two-episode series, I talk with Dr. Dustin Boler about some of those details and what it takes to effectively and efficiently produce reliable results in commercial-level research trials.Meet the guest: Dr. Dustin BolerExperience:Current: Director of

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Dr. Elisa Crisci: Antiviral Compounds in Swine Health...

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2023/01/03

As the use of antibiotics declines and public pressure for the elimination of pharmacological levels of zinc in swine diets increases, the industry finds itself in dire need of more methods for reducing the incidence of viral and bacterial infections in pigs. In today’s episode, Dr. Elisa Crisci shares her work about a new class of biological compounds which is derived from the blood platelets of pigs and can be utilized due to its antiviral and antibacterial properties in the swine population.Meet

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Dr. Dustin Boler: Commercial Research Program Part 1...

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2022/12/27

There are a lot of details and inner workings in a swine research facility, especially when it comes to running it at a commercial level and dealing with customers who expect top-notch, quality trials. In this episode, which is the first part of a two-episode series, I talk with Dr. Dustin Boler about some of those details and what it takes to effectively and efficiently produce reliable results in commercial-level research trials.Meet the guest: Dr. Dustin BolerExperience:Current: Director of

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Dr. Elisa Crisci: Swine Models in Human Research |...

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2022/12/20

Nowadays, using animals as models for human biomedical research is an important part of scientific studies. In particular, pigs share a lot of gastrointestinal, anatomical, and pathophysiological similarities with humans, which means there is a lot we can learn from conducting research trials in swine that are not possible to be performed in humans. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Elisa Crisci about some of the work she does performing biomedical research with pigs as models and the ways this field

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Dr. Monique Pairis-Garcia: Pain Management in Pigs |...

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2022/12/13

One of the most difficult and unfortunate things in pig production is having to accept that pain is a reality when we are talking about certain practices. That is why, as responsible pig producers, we need to find ways to mitigate that pain as much as possible. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Monique Pairis-Garcia, whose research focuses on pain management. Together, we discuss how to manage pain on the farm, where we are as an industry, and what next steps we need to take to keep improving.Meet

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Aaron Juergens: Proper Disinfection Techniques | Ep. 31

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2022/12/06

To have efficient biosecurity and good health on your pig farm, you need to start at the beginning: making sure your facility is as clean as possible when the pigs move in. However, it may not be as simple as it sounds – after all, proper cleaning and disinfection of a pig barn takes time and attention to details. In today’s episode, I talk with Aaron Juergens about some tips and tricks to make sure you're getting that room 100% clean and everything goes through a proper process of

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Dr. Joel Sparks: PRRSv Sequencing for Vets | Ep. 30

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2022/11/29

Whole genome PRRSv sequencing is a topic that has already been discussed in more detail in some earlier episodes, with Dr. Linhares and Dr. Trevisan. But regardless of how important it is, its applicability at a university, inside a lab, may be different than its use for producers. So how does this method apply to vets working on a farm? In today’s episode, I talk with Dr. Joel Sparks about his experience with using whole genome PRRS sequencing to test for PRRSv in commercial facilities, and how

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Dr. Fernando Leite: Novel Monophasic Salmonella | Ep. 29

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2022/11/22

There has lately been an increased prevalence of a new salmonella serotype in the US. This monophasic serotype is one of the most prevalent and can be a concern for producers if pigs become infected. In today's episode, I talk with Dr. Fernando Leite about his work with a vaccine for this serotype and why the effects of this bacteria can be detrimental to producers.In his role as Technical Manager of Swine Enteric Diseases, Dr. Fernando Leite serves as a resource for producers and veterinarians

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Dr. Madonna Benjamin: Sow Health and Predictive...

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2022/11/15

The swine industry is constantly evolving and if it wants to stay profitable, we need to learn how to best utilize the latest developments in technology to increase revenue and sustainability. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Madonna Benjamin about her research utilizing pose estimation technology to be able to predict movement and identify lameness and body condition issues in sows.Madonna Benjamin, DVM, MS is an Assistant Professor, Swine Extension Veterinarian, in Large Animal Clinical Sciences,

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Andrea Luttman: Social Stress in Pigs | Ep. 27

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2022/11/08

As we all know, pigs, just like humans, are susceptible to stress. Too much stress on a pig can cause it to grow poorly and have more health complications. In today’s episode, I talk with Andrea Lutman about her work measuring stress factors in piglets at weaning, and working to define resilience in pig populations.Andrea Luttman is a 4th year Ph.D. candidate and USDA NIFA pre-doctoral fellow in the Genetics & Genome Sciences program at Michigan State University studying under Dr. Cathy Ernst in

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Abagael Sykes: ASF Transmission Modeling | Ep. 26

The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast ·

2022/11/01

As the old saying goes, it is better to be safe than sorry. That applies to ASF spread in the US too. Being prepared for ASF introduction and having the best possible plan in place to eliminate its spread is critical for our swine infrastructure. Hopefully we can do a better job at controlling it than we did with Covid-19. In this episode, I talk with Abby Sykes about her work creating an ASF transmission model to predict the best possible outcomes and what measures must be taken if a farm tests

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Dr. Sarah Probst Miller: Composting and Sow...

The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast ·

2022/10/25

All of us have worked with people, so we know that not one person is the same as another. Each individual learns and implements their skills differently in their career – and workers in the swine industry are no exception. In today’s episode, I talk with Dr. Sarah Probst Miller about her work as a veterinarian and her usage of her “See it. Do it. Teach it.” concept to further on-farm training and develop leadership skills for people involved in the livestock industry.Early in her career as a pig

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Dr. Emma Helm: Ileitis and Immune Function | Ep. 24

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2022/10/19

Lawsonia intracellularis can have a significant impact on the capabilities of the small intestine of pigs. This can cause a wide range of effects, from weakened immunological function to reduced nutrient absorption and slowed growth. In this episode, Dr. Emma Helm explains her research study, which had the intention of explaining some of the physiological changes in the small intestine of swine that can occur due to a Lawsonia outbreak.Meet the guest:Dr. Helm received her M.S. and her Ph.D. in

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