Episode #40: Factors of a Sow Herd Health Upgrade
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In this 40th episode of SwineTime Podcast, host, Dr. Spencer Wayne, sits down with Dr. Adam Schelkopf. Adam has been with PIPESTONE for 10 years now and holds the title, Director of Health for Pipestone Managed farms. Sow repopulation can be an intimidating idea for pig farmers, but in some cases, is a financially beneficial solution for a farm with pig health issues. What factors lead to a de-pop/re-pop scenario and how can farmers use this to their advantage? Tune in as they discuss sow repopulation and how health advances have helped retain sows of high health for the farms of tomorrow.
PIPESTONE's mission is "Helping Farmers Today Create the Farms of Tomorrow." The SwineTime podcast was created for pig farmers and individual pork producers around the country. Hosted by Dr. Wayne, the podcast contains pork industry news, advancements in animal care and how to enhance your productivity.
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