Dr. Joseph Thomas: Applied Swine Diagnostics | Ep. 378

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Rick Schoenbeck, owner of Reproduction Provisions, discusses controlling ovulation and timed insemination in swine. He explores the development of triptorelin-based reproductive technology, how it works, when it can be used, insemination timing, and how herd conditions can affect expected results. Listen now on all major platforms!“Use reproductive technology as a tool in your toolbox, not as a Band-Aid for poor management.”Meet the guest: Rick Schoenbeck owns Reproduction Provisions and holds a master's degree in Reproductive Physiology from the University of Missouri. His early research contributed to the development of triptorelin-based reproductive technology, and his career has remained closely connected to swine reproduction and reproductive technologies. Learn more from Rick Schoenbeck on The Swine it Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:59) Introduction(02:56) Technology development(07:03) Usage scenarios(09:52) Breeding economics(17:36) Insemination timing(20:37) Herd readiness(25:31) Final questionsThe Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Aurora Pharmaceuticals* SunHy* National Pork Board* Adisseo- dsm-firmenich- Ralco- AgFlo- DietForge- Gilt- EveryPig𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Swine it Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Swine it Podcast ShowInstagram: The Swine it Podcast ShowFacebook: The Swine it Podcast ShowTikTok: The Swine it Podcast Show

In this special rerun episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Joseph Thomas, diagnostic pathologist at the Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Lab, shares how applied diagnostics are used to better understand swine health issues. He discusses seasonal disease patterns, critical respiratory and enteric pathogens, PCV3 interpretation, and how diagnostic labs support veterinarians and producers in strategic decision-making. Listen now on all major platforms.“The ability to connect histopathology with ancillary assays and clinical context defines the role of a diagnostic pathologist.”Meet the guest: Dr. Joseph Thomas is a diagnostic pathologist at the Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Lab. He holds a DVM and graduate training in swine from Iowa State. His previous roles include associate veterinarian and production manager at AMVC, and service in the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps. Now a diagnostic pathologist at the ISU VDL, his work focuses on applied diagnostics for swine health. Listen to the full conversation with Dr. Joseph Thomas on The Swine it Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.Don’t miss the chance to be part of the Swine Inner Circle! Join now and connect with leading experts in swine nutrition.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:46) Introduction(03:22) Diagnostic case strategies(05:33) Seasonal swine diseases(07:53) Mycoplasma observations(13:54) PRRS insights(21:53) Keys to effective diagnostics(28:40) Final questionsThe Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Aurora Pharmaceuticals* SunHy* National Pork Board* Adisseo* Cargill- DietForge- Gilt- EveryPig- Ralco- dsm-firmenich- AgFlo𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Swine it Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Swine it Podcast ShowInstagram: The Swine it Podcast ShowFacebook: The Swine it Podcast ShowTikTok: The Swine it Podcast Show

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Wes Schweer, Swine Nutrition Advisor at Cargill Animal Nutrition & Health, explains how new crop conditions influence mycotoxin risk and feed quality. He covers ingredient sampling, testing frequency, regional variability, nutrient changes, and production signs linked to contamination. Learn how proactive monitoring can support more accurate swine feeding decisions. Listen now on all major platforms!“We need to sample. We need to know what’s out there, both in terms of nutrient profile and mycotoxin profile.”Meet the guest: Dr. Wes Schweer is a Swine Nutrition Advisor at Cargill Animal Nutrition & Health with extensive experience in swine nutrition and animal science research. He earned his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Animal Sciences from Iowa State University. Discover practical perspectives on feed quality, ingredient sampling, and mycotoxin management with Dr. Wes Schweer on The Swine it Podcast Show. Listen now on all major platforms!Don’t miss the chance to be part of the Swine Inner Circle! Join now and connect with leading experts in swine nutrition.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:42) Introduction(02:49) Mycotoxin risks(06:22) Sampling and mitigation plan(13:01) Distillers testing(16:11) New crop nutrient and energy shifts(18:32) Warning signs(22:43) Final questionsThe Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Cargill* Adisseo* Aurora Pharmaceuticals* SunHy* National Pork Board- dsm-firmenich- AgFlo- EveryPig- DietForge- Gilt𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Swine it Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Swine it Podcast ShowInstagram: The Swine it Podcast ShowFacebook: The Swine it Podcast ShowTikTok: The Swine it Podcast Show

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Marisa Rotolo, director of swine health at the National Pork Board, and Dr. Mary Battrell, veterinarian at Murphy Family Farms, discuss PEDV elimination as the next step for the National Swine Health Strategy. They explain why PEDV was prioritized, how coordinated biosecurity and regional efforts can support elimination, and what this work means for future disease preparedness. Listen now on all major platforms!“Producer-led swine health strategies establish industry priorities around critical farm challenges while creating coordinated pathways for measurable improvements in national herd health.” - Dr. Marisa RotoloMeet the guests: Dr. Marisa Rotolo is the director of swine health at the National Pork Board, where she supports producer-led priorities through the National Swine Health Strategy. Her work focuses on research, education, industry collaboration, and practical resources that advance swine health. Dr. Rotolo contributes to the AASV PEDV Elimination Task Force, helping identify research gaps and develop a structured framework for PEDV elimination. She earned both a DVM and a PhD from Iowa State University.Dr. Mary Battrell is a veterinarian at Murphy Family Farms in North Carolina with extensive experience in swine health and disease control. Her career includes firsthand experience managing PEDV, with a strong focus on biosecurity, disease prevention, and transportation practices. Her work addressing health challenges at both farm and regional levels brings a practical production perspective to PEDV elimination efforts across the U.S. swine industry.Don’t miss the chance to be part of the Swine Inner Circle! Join now and connect with leading experts in swine nutrition.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!Dr. Marisa Rotolo: Swine Disease Research Task Force | Ep. 319Dr. Dustin Oedekoven: National Swine Health Strategy | Ep. 328Dr. Brent Pepin: PRRS Elimination Starts with Evidence | Ep. 367What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:26) Introduction(02:37) Health strategy(04:34) PEDV elimination(11:26) Health certification(14:26) Preparing for other disease threats(17:46) Elimination framework(23:24) Final questionsThe Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* National Pork Board* Cargill* Adisseo* Aurora Pharmaceuticals* SunHy- dsm-firmenich- EveryPig- AgFlo- DietForge- Gilt𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Swine it Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Swine it Podcast ShowInstagram: The Swine it Podcast ShowFacebook: The Swine it Podcast ShowTikTok: The Swine it Podcast Show

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Clinton Monchuk, Executive Director at Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan, discusses consumer concerns around agriculture, food prices, production practices, and public trust. He explains why food inflation is tied to inputs, transportation, and global disruptions, how social media shapes perceptions of farming, and why producers need to tell practical stories about what they do. Listen now on all major platforms!"We want consumers to go into a grocery store and not feel that they are going to consume something, and it is going to hurt them in some way."Meet the guest: Clinton Monchuk is Executive Director at Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. His work focuses on building trust in food and farming. Clinton previously served as CEO of Chicken Farmers of Saskatchewan and as International Trade Analyst at the Canadian Federation of Agriculture. He holds a Master's in Agriculture Business from the University of Guelph and a BSA in Agricultural Economics from the University of Saskatchewan. Listen to The Swine it Podcast Show with Clinton Monchuk on all major platforms.Don’t miss the chance to be part of the Swine Inner Circle! Join now and connect with leading experts in swine nutrition.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:29) Introduction(03:44) Consumer food concerns(05:43) Food inflation drivers(11:56) Pork demand and value(15:40) Social media perceptions(23:31) Trusted conversations(30:25) Final questionsThe Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* National Pork Board* Cargill* Adisseo* Aurora Pharmaceuticals* SunHy- DietForge- Gilt- dsm-firmenich- EveryPig- AgFlo𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Swine it Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Swine it Podcast ShowInstagram: The Swine it Podcast ShowFacebook: The Swine it Podcast ShowTikTok: The Swine it Podcast Show

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Mark Whitney, Director of Technical Sales at QualiTech, and Dr. Kane Miller, Founder and CIO of Axitan, discuss orally supplementing additional iron to piglets prior to weaning. They cover iron status, hemoglobin levels, gel-based delivery, piglet performance, and practical implementation in commercial swine production. Listen now on all major platforms!“A practical iron supplement must do more than deliver the right nutrient: it must attract piglets, fit the pen environment, and be simple for producers to use.” - Dr. Mark WhitneyMeet the guests: Dr. Mark Whitney is Director of Technical Sales at QualiTech and a swine nutrition expert with over 25 years of experience spanning academia and commercial production. He holds a Ph.D. in Swine Nutrition from the University of Minnesota, where he served as Associate Professor and Swine Program Leader before building extensive industry experience in swine nutrition, technical service, and feed formulation.Dr. Kane Miller is the Founder and CIO of Axitan, bringing expertise in biotechnology, biochemical engineering, and livestock innovation. He holds an M.Sc. in Biochemical Engineering and completed doctoral-level research engineering training at UCL, followed by postdoctoral research. His work at Axitan focuses on biotechnology solutions and innovative delivery technologies for livestock production.Don’t miss the chance to be part of the Swine Inner Circle! Join now and connect with leading experts in swine nutrition.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:50) Introduction(03:20) Iron supplement for piglets(07:33) Iron status(10:20) Oral supplementation(13:20) Gel development(20:48) Commercial implementation(26:34) Final questionsThe Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:Axitan* Aurora Pharmaceuticals* SunHy* National Pork Board* Cargill* Adisseo- DietForge- Gilt- dsm-firmenich- EveryPig- AgFlo𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Swine it Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Swine it Podcast ShowInstagram: The Swine it Podcast ShowFacebook: The Swine it Podcast ShowTikTok: The Swine it Podcast Show

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Brent Pepin, Director of Swine Health at the National Pork Board, explains the long-term strategy for PRRS elimination in the United States. He discusses national priorities, regional collaboration, farm-level planning, biosecurity, and practical frameworks that support healthier herds and stronger disease prevention. Listen now on all major platforms!"Comprehensive biosecurity planning protects farms better than relying on one method, especially when product entry, air transmission, and people traffic are managed as one system."Meet the guest: Dr. Brent Pepin is Director of Swine Health at the National Pork Board. After earning his DVM and M.S. from Iowa State University, he built extensive experience in swine veterinary practice, research, and herd health management. His current work focuses on disease control, traceability, and improving herd health across the U.S. swine industry. Listen to Brent Pepin on The Swine it Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.Don’t miss the chance to be part of the Swine Inner Circle! Join now and connect with leading experts in swine nutrition.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:36) Introduction(02:46) PRRS elimination(08:26) Farm planning(12:05) Elimination framework(17:06) Farm decisions(23:06) Biosecurity(28:11) Final questionsThe Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Cargill* Aurora Pharmaceuticals* National Pork Board* SunHy* Adisseo- AgFlo- dsm-firmenich- DietForge- EveryPig𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Swine it Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Swine it Podcast ShowInstagram: The Swine it Podcast ShowFacebook: The Swine it Podcast ShowTikTok: The Swine it Podcast Show

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Juan Steibel from Iowa State University explains how precision livestock farming uses sensors and real-time data to improve animal productivity and management. He discusses how these technologies help teams monitor animals in real time, transform barn-level signals into better decisions, and connect precision livestock farming with phenomics to improve growth tracking, disease monitoring, marketing decisions, and genetic selection for pigs that perform better together. Listen now on all major platforms!"The precision component comes from collecting information continuously and supporting management decisions at the individual animal level instead of broad production averages."Meet the guest: Dr. Juan Steibel is the J. Lush Chair in Animal Breeding and Genetics and a Professor at Iowa State University, where his research focuses on precision livestock farming, phenomics, quantitative genomics, and swine genetics. earned his M.S. from the University of Buenos Aires and his Ph.D. in Animal Science from Michigan State University. Learn more from Dr. Juan Steibel on The Swine it Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Don’t miss the chance to be part of the Swine Inner Circle! Join now and connect with leading experts in swine nutrition.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:25) Introduction(03:53) Precision livestock farming(05:41) Sensor adoption in barns(09:20) Phenomics and genetics(11:58) Data analytics hurdles(19:20) Production-level experiments(28:25) Closing thoughtsThe Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* SunHy* Adisseo* Cargill* Aurora Pharmaceuticals* National Pork Board- dsm-firmenich- DietForge- EveryPig- AgFlo𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Swine it Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Swine it Podcast ShowInstagram: The Swine it Podcast ShowFacebook: The Swine it Podcast ShowTikTok: The Swine it Podcast Show

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Dustin Oedekoven, Chief Veterinarian at the National Pork Board, explains the producer-led National Swine Health Strategy and why it is essential for improving U.S. swine health. He discussed industry collaboration, the strategy's initial priorities, why PEDV is the first focus for elimination, research initiatives, and the long-term vision for healthier herds. Listen now on all major platforms."The National Swine Health Strategy creates a coordinated approach that moves the entire industry toward common health goals."Meet the guest: Dr. Dustin Oedekoven is Chief Veterinarian at the National Pork Board, where he leads initiatives to strengthen U.S. swine health through disease prevention, producer collaboration, and the National Swine Health Strategy. With more than 20 years of experience in veterinary public health and regulatory animal health, his work focuses on protecting the U.S. herd from endemic and foreign animal diseases. Listen to Dr. Dustin Oedekoven on The Swine it Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.Don’t miss the chance to be part of the Swine Inner Circle! Join now and connect with leading experts in swine nutrition.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!Dr. Marisa Rotolo: Swine Disease Research Task Force | Ep. 319Dr. Dustin Oedekoven: National Swine Health Strategy | Ep. 328What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:33) Introduction(02:43) National strategy(12:13) Disease priorities(15:23) Health strategy priorities(20:28) Research into action(24:13) Industry collaboration(35:23) Closing thoughtsThe Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* National Pork Board* Cargill* SunHy* Adisseo* Aurora Pharmaceuticals- dsm-firmenich- DietForge- EveryPig𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Swine it Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Swine it Podcast ShowInstagram: The Swine it Podcast ShowFacebook: The Swine it Podcast ShowTikTok: The Swine it Podcast Show

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Grant Weaver, Livestock Technical Services Veterinarian at Aurora Pharmaceutical, explains how reproductive technologies can improve breeding herd efficiency. He discusses estrus and ovulation synchronization, fixed-time insemination, labor efficiency, pig flow, and the management conditions required for successful implementation. Learn how reproductive planning can support more predictable swine production. Listen now on all major platforms!“Reproductive tools create value when they make breeding, labor, and pig flow more predictable without replacing strong herd management.”Meet the guest: Dr. Grant Weaver is a Livestock Technical Services Veterinarian at Aurora Pharmaceutical. A graduate of Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Weaver spent 23 years in private practice before moving into production-system and industry veterinary services in 2012. Dr. Weaver has served in the current role with Aurora Pharmaceutical since 2019, supporting livestock products and their technical application in the field. Hear Dr. Grant Weaver on The Swine it Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.Don’t miss the chance to be part of the Swine Inner Circle! Join now and connect with leading experts in swine nutrition.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:34) Introduction(03:58) Reproductive technologies(05:59) How synchronization works(09:34) Breeding herd efficiency(13:24) Pig flow and health(17:09) Management fundamentals(19:36) Final questionsThe Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Aurora Pharmaceuticals* National Pork Board* Cargill* SunHy* Adisseo- EveryPig- dsm-firmenich- DietForge𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Swine it Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Swine it Podcast ShowInstagram: The Swine it Podcast ShowFacebook: The Swine it Podcast ShowTikTok: The Swine it Podcast Show