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The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast

Learn swine nutrition from the brightest minds of the global swine industry – in 9 minutes.If you are a swine nutritionist 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 Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is specially designed by and for professionals just like yourself. With it, you can effortlessly have access to the thoughts of the

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10:46

Dr. Goodband & Dr. Mendoza: Listen to the Pigs -...

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2025/06/26

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Robert Goodband from Kansas State University and Dr. Omarh Mendoza of The Maschhoffs discuss the results and commercial implications of a collaborative study that focused on determining the minimum soybean meal inclusion with and without DDGS to optimize growth, performance, and carcass characteristics in both growing and finishing pig diets. Listen and watch!"As we increased soybean meal in the diet, we saw improvements in average

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11:19

Dr. Andrew Yersin: Probiotics vs Antibiotics | Ep. 176

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2025/06/19

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Andrew Yersin from Kemin Industries discusses the key differences between antibiotics and probiotics in swine health management. He explains the practical considerations for choosing between them, the importance of performance data, and how to evaluate product efficacy under field conditions. Learn how to optimize decisions based on farm-specific needs and outcomes. Listen now on all major platforms!"An antibiotic is a substance. It

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11:23

Dr. Marco de Mik: Particle Size in Feed | Ep. 175

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2025/06/12

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Marco de Mik, Senior Consultant in Swine Nutrition, shares insights on enhancing gastrointestinal health for a strong start in piglets. He explains why understanding particle size in feed is essential for supporting gut function, especially during the weaning phase. Learn how feed form and fiber type can make a difference in piglet performance. Listen now on all major platforms!"Average particle size is not as effective as focusing

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Dr. Danyel Dalto: Vitamin D & Piglets | Ep. 174

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2025/06/05

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Danyel Dalto, a research scientist at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, discusses the impact of different vitamin D supplementation strategies on weanling piglets. He explores how these strategies influence serum vitamin D concentrations and the mRNA expression of genes related to vitamin D metabolism and the immune system. Learn how optimizing vitamin D levels can improve piglet health and post-weaning performance. Listen now on all

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10:05

Jordyn Studer: Choline Chloride in Pigs and...

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2025/05/29

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Jordyn Studer from Barentz explains the importance of choline in swine diets and its three core metabolic functions. She highlights common feed mixing and stability challenges with choline chloride and introduces a plant-based alternative offering functional and handling advantages. Learn how these innovations could improve pig performance. Listen now on all major platforms!"Choline is stored in the liver and helps break down, mobilize,

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Dr. Benoit St-Pierre: Pig Gut Microbiome | Ep. 172

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2025/05/22

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Benoit St-Pierre from South Dakota State University explores the crucial role of the gut microbiome in livestock production. He discusses how microbial communities influence animal health and productivity, highlighting the differences between species and the challenges of understanding microbial genomics. Listen for insights into maintaining a healthy microbiome and avoiding dysbiosis in swine. Tune in now on all major platforms!"A

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11:50

Dr. Josep Garcia Sirera: Managing Endotoxins in Swine...

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2025/05/15

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Josep Garcia Sirera from Agrimprove breaks down the key differences between mycotoxins and endotoxins, explaining their impact on swine health. He explores the challenges of diagnosing endotoxin exposure, the limitations of current detection methods, and the role of mycotoxin binders in mitigating endotoxin-related issues. Listen now on all major platforms!"The primary effect of endotoxins is inflammation, which can impact the gut or

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12:14

Dr. Regiane Santos: Mycotoxins in Swine Feed | Ep. 170

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2025/05/08

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Regiane Santos, Researcher and Innovation Coordinator at Schothorst Feed Research, discusses the complexities of mycotoxin contamination in animal feed. She explains the challenges in preventing mycotoxins, highlights how climate change impacts their production, and outlines the advancements in diagnostic tools. Tune in now on all major platforms!"We can prevent a huge contamination, but we cannot prevent it totally because any

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12:26

Dr. Marco de Mik: Enhancing Piglet Gut Health | Ep. 169

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2025/05/01

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Marco de Mik, Senior Consultant in Swine Nutrition, explores how to enhance gastrointestinal health in piglets for optimal growth. He shares his expertise on how feed formulation, stomach function, and gastrointestinal health directly impact the pig’s growth and development. Learn how to balance nutrient absorption, reduce diarrhea risks, and optimize feed performance. Tune in on all major platforms!"The stomach is the first barrier

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14:15

Dr. Paulo Pozza: Lifecycle Assessments in Swine | Ep....

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2025/04/24

In this special rerun episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we revisit our conversation with Dr. Paulo Cesar Pozza, from the State University of Maringá in Brazil, who explores the critical role of lifecycle assessments in pig nutrition. Dr. Pozza shares insights on optimizing environmental impacts and sustainability in swine production practices. He explains how regional factors influence lifecycle assessments and the significance of adjusting practices based on local agricultural

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14:53

Daniel Rosales: Sustainable Pork Production | Ep. 167

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2025/04/17

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Daniel Rosales from South Dakota State University shares insights into his research on swine water intake and the effects of dietary components like phytase and distillers’ dried grains with solubles (DDGS). He discusses the sustainability implications of water usage in pig production and how optimizing diets can improve efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!"Water usage in livestock production is a growing concern, and optimizing

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10:54

Dr. Ashley Wagner: Nutritional Strategies for Stress...

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2025/04/10

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ashley Wagner, Director of US Business and Technical Sales at Probiotech International Inc., explores a new approach to managing stress in pigs. She breaks down the physiological and behavioral impacts of stress on sow performance and fertility. Discover how feed additives targeting the brain-gut axis can improve serotonin levels, reduce circulating cortisol during stress events, and boost sow and piglet performance. Listen now on all

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Dr. Stacie Crowder: Late-Finishing Nutrition...

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2025/04/03

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Stacie Crowder from Land O’Lakes, who currently leads the Fortiva innovation team, discusses the challenges and opportunities in late-finishing pig nutrition. She breaks down nutrition strategies to keep pigs on track, improve gut health, and get the most out of late-finishing diets. Learn about new research on feed additives and how nutrition and management tweaks can improve efficiency in the final weeks. Tune in now on all major

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11:50

Dr. Mark Knauer: Feeding Strategies to Shorten...

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2025/03/27

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Mark Knauer from North Carolina State University shares insights on strategies to shorten farrowing duration. He explores the impact of genetics, nutrition, and environmental factors on farrowing outcomes, highlighting research-backed techniques to improve piglet vitality and reduce stillbirths. Listen now on all major platforms!"Only about 7% of the variation in farrowing duration is explained by genetics, which means there’s a

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10:56

Dr. Jean Noblet: Net Energy in Swine Nutrition - Part...

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2025/03/20

In this second part of our special episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, celebrating National Ag Day, Dr. Jean Noblet, a consultant in monogastric nutrition, continues to explore energy utilization in swine feeds. He breaks down the debate over the energy value of soybean meal relative to corn, the role of net energy systems, and the impact of caloric efficiency on feed formulation. Listen now on all major platforms!"I think we should use the same system, and the system should be

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Dr. Jean Noblet: Energy in Swine Diets - Part 1 | Ep....

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2025/03/13

In this special episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, celebrating National Ag Day, Dr. Jean Noblet, a consultant in monogastric nutrition, shares insights on the critical role of energy in swine nutrition. He explains the importance of precise energy evaluation in feed, the development of net energy systems, and how ingredient variability impacts diet formulation. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Energy is the main driver of performance in animals, and it also represents the

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Dr. Luciana Rossi: Alternatives to Antibiotics | Ep. 161

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2025/03/06

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Luciana Rossi, Associate Professor at the University of Milan, discusses alternatives to antibiotics in swine nutrition. She explores antimicrobial resistance, the role of functional ingredients, and the potential of biochar in improving gut health and sustainability. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Biochar, a vegetable charcoal produced by pyrolysis, has shown potential in reducing diarrhea incidence and improving gut health in

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Dr. Taw Scaff: Boar Nutrition Strategies | Ep. 160

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2025/02/27

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Taw Scaff, Assistant Professor and Extension Swine Specialist at North Dakota State University, breaks down the topic of boar nutrition. From its impact on sperm quality and fertility to its role in supporting advanced reproductive technologies, Dr. Scaff highlights why proper boar nutrition is essential for breeding success. He also addresses gaps in current research and the importance of fine-tuning energy levels to maximize boar

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Dr. Sarah Pearce: Non-Antibiotic Alternatives | Ep. 159

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2025/02/20

In this special rerun episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we revisit our conversation with Dr. Sarah Pearce, a Research Animal Physiologist at the USDA, who explores groundbreaking alternatives to antibiotics in swine production. From plant-derived phenolics to enhanced liquid aspirin, Dr. Pearce highlights strategies for maintaining gut health and optimizing pig performance. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Enhanced liquid aspirin shows potential to improve gut barrier function

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Dr. Johannes Madsen: Compensatory Growth in Piglets |...

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2025/02/13

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Johannes Madsen from the University of Copenhagen discusses innovative strategies for promoting compensatory growth in piglets. He shares valuable insights on optimizing lysine levels, improving protein profiles, and tackling post-weaning diarrhea to support piglet health and productivity. Dr. Madsen offers practical advice and fresh perspectives to advance swine nutrition research and its real-world application. Catch the episode on all

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