The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ben Blair from the University of Illinois explains how AI is reshaping disease modeling, real-time monitoring, and data interpretation in swine health. He breaks down practical tools producers can use today, the challenges behind data quality, and how other industries guide the future of AI in livestock systems. Tune in now on all major platforms. "AI is allowing computers to detect patterns that traditional analysis often misses, especially when large and complex datasets overwhelm manual interpretation." Meet the guest: Dr. Ben Blair https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-blair-233531192/ is an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, with expertise in computational disease modeling and AI applications for livestock systems. His background spans veterinary medicine, engineering, consulting, and advanced research focused on improving decision-making in swine health. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:39) Introduction (01:09) Guest background (03:23) AI fundamentals (08:36) Computer vision (09:55) Industry examples (11:50) AI challenges (15:59) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Nicholas Lauterbach from Pharmgate Animal Health explains the impact of PRRSV and why it remains one of the most costly diseases for pork producers. The discussion focuses on the efficacy of a modified live immunization strategy during a 1-4-4 L1C PRRSV challenge, using a study designed to reflect real-world production conditions. Results highlight differences in viral circulation, growth performance, and mortality under lateral challenge pressure. Listen now on all major platforms! "The lineage 1-4-4 L1C is one of, if not the most commonly found PRRSV strain today, while also causing some of the most drastic clinical signs." Meet the guest: Dr. Nicholas Lauterbach https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-lauterbach-b1b41913a/ earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University and has worked extensively in commercial swine systems across the Midwest. He previously served as a senior veterinarian for Smithfield Foods and currently leads technical services at Pharmgate Animal Health. His work focuses on applied swine health research, PRRSV management strategies, and field-relevant immunization strategies. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (01:04) Introduction (01:29) Guest background (02:15) PRRSV challenge (05:27) Trial design (07:51) Results insights (09:49) Immunization outcomes (14:41) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: Pharmgate (https://pharmgate.com/) * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Abbey Canon, Director of Public Health and Communications at the American Association of Swine Veterinarians, shares insights into developing and supporting early-career swine veterinarians. She discusses mentorship, education, and professional growth through the Early-Career Committee’s initiatives and USDA-funded training programs. Learn how building peer networks strengthens the next generation of swine veterinarians. Listen now on all major platforms! "The Early-Career Committee is charged with identifying and then trying to provide resources for those early-career vets, roughly less than ten years post-graduation." Meet the guest: Dr. Abbey Canon https://www.linkedin.com/in/abbey-canon-8305144b/ serves as the Director of Public Health and Communications at the American Association of Swine Veterinarians. With a background in veterinary public health, field epidemiology, and swine medicine, she leads initiatives that enhance education, mentorship, and communication within the profession. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:28) Introduction (01:39) Mentorship and education (03:30) Early-career committee goals (06:47) Training program funding (07:38) Key learning topics (13:32) Program outcomes (15:51) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this special New Year episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Thomas Gillespie from Performance Health P.C. explores how mentorship shapes growth, confidence, and decision-making in swine veterinary practice. He reflects on the experiences that guided his career, the value of thoughtful support, and the skills veterinarians can strengthen to help others succeed. Gain a perspective on building meaningful professional relationships in the year ahead. Listen now on all major platforms. "Offering support, guidance, and steady feedback creates conditions that encourage growth and strengthen decision making during demanding stages of veterinary practice." Meet the guest: Dr. Thomas Gillespie https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-gillespie-10407a1a/ earned his DVM from Purdue University and built a decades-long career focused on swine health, practice ownership, and global consulting. His work spans epidemiology, production medicine, and leadership within AASV, including service as president and long-term committee involvement. He brings extensive experience mentoring veterinarians as they navigate complex professional decisions. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:37) Introduction (03:23) Mentorship meaning (04:15) Career influences (06:15) Time management (12:22) Listening skills (13:26) Guiding decisions (16:05) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Elisa De Conti, research assistant at Iowa State University and member of the FieldEpi team, explains how E. coli detection is being improved under real field conditions. She discusses diagnostic workflows, virulence factor identification, and how field data integration enhances the understanding of pathogenic isolates. Discover how these advances strengthen swine health monitoring and decision-making. Listen now on all major platforms! "Once you have the PCR done, we can see which virulence factors are present and understand if that isolate can cause disease." Meet the guest: Dr. Elisa De Conti https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisa-de-conti/?originalSubdomain=br is a research assistant at Iowa State University and part of the FieldEpi team. She completed her DVM in Brazil and finalized her M.S. studying E. coli detection, now pursuing a Ph.D. on PRRSV with a focus on field epidemiology. Her work connects diagnostic data and field-level applications for improved swine health monitoring. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:53) Introduction (01:57) E. coli diagnostics (03:08) Virulence factor testing (04:46) Pathotype classification (06:37) Surveillance data trends (09:05) Meta-analysis findings (13:37) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jishu Shi from Kansas State University explains the latest scientific outlook on African swine fever and why vaccine development remains a major global challenge. She clarifies the differences among swine fevers, the limits of current immunization protocols, and the diagnostic risks producers must watch for. Listen now on all major platforms! "African swine fever and classical swine fever present similar clinical signs even though the viruses differ greatly in biology and long-term control implications." Meet the guest: Dr. Jishu Shi https://www.linkedin.com/in/jishu-shi-2606a817/ is a Professor and Director of the Center on Biologics Development and Evaluation at Kansas State University, specializing in vaccine immunology for major swine diseases. With experience in both academia and the animal health industry, she focuses on developing novel vaccines and diagnostic assays for classical swine fever and porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:57) Introduction (01:24) Guest background (02:20) ASF overview (04:02) Vaccine issues (06:44) Mutation concerns (11:54) Diagnostic needs (13:53) Closing insights The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Marie-Louise Hansen from the University of Copenhagen discusses her research on umbilical outpouchings in pigs. She explains their prevalence, pathology, and the challenges they pose for animal welfare and production. Dr. Hansen also shares insights from intervention trials and future directions for research. Listen now on all major platforms! "Umbilical outpouchings remain a significant challenge in swine herds because they are not only hernias but also abscesses, cysts, and tissue proliferations." Meet the guest: Dr. Marie-Louise Hansen https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-louise-hansen-7234922b/ is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Copenhagen and a veterinarian with extensive field and research experience. Her PhD work focused on umbilical outpouchings in pigs, investigating their prevalence, pathology, and potential prevention methods. She brings valuable insights into swine health challenges that impact production and welfare. Click here to learn more: https://porcinehealthmanagement.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s40813-024-00411-8 Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:47) Introduction (01:49) Umbilical outpouchings (03:19) Research insights (04:50) Pathology evaluation (07:27) Management strategies (10:05) Gender differences (13:23) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Chris Rademacher from Iowa State University discusses integrated pest management and its impact on swine health. He explains how insect infestations can quickly damage carcass value, the role of surveillance and entomology, and how producers can prevent costly outbreaks. Learn practical steps for environmental management, chemical control, and proactive strategies. Listen now on all major platforms! "Insect carcass infestations can cause up to 7 or $15 per carcass of damage when it's really bad." Meet the guest: Dr. Chris Rademacher https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-rademacher-08220321/ serves as a Clinical Professor, ISU Swine Extension Veterinarian, and Associate Director of the Iowa Pork Industry Center. With decades of experience in swine health and production, he focuses on practical solutions for disease prevention and management. Click here to learn more: https://shop.iastate.edu/extension/farm-environment/animals-and-livestock/ipic209a.html Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:26) Introduction (01:46) Insect management (03:26) Carcass damage (05:46) Pest surveillance (07:46) Environmental control (09:33) Chemical strategies (14:56) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Rick Hernandez from Purdue University discusses the challenges of transporting pigs and how microclimate conditions impact welfare and productivity. He shares research findings on heat stress, ventilation, and why standardized measures are needed to better monitor transport conditions. Learn about practical solutions and future technologies to safeguard swine health during transport. Listen now on all major platforms! "If you look at the physiological indicators after transportation, you're going to find higher creatine kinase, higher blood lactate, higher skin temperature, and blood cortisol." Meet the guest: Rick Hernandez https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickohernandez/?locale=en_US , a veterinarian from Colombia, is a PhD candidate at Purdue University specializing in swine welfare and genetics. His research explores welfare challenges across farms, transport, and slaughter, focusing on practical strategies to improve both animal well-being and production outcomes. Dedicated to applied science, he works to make research accessible for producers, veterinarians, and caretakers. Click here to learn more: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/veterinary-science/articles/10.3389/fvets.2025.1657185/full Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:50) Introduction (02:14) Pig transport stress (04:41) Microclimate impact (04:29) Welfare indicators (08:18) Standardized measures (11:04) Ventilation solutions (13:45) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Guilherme Cezar from Iowa State University shares insights from the Dynamic Pig Health Project, which tracks how multiple pathogens interact and impact pig performance. He explains how co-infections influence mortality rates, what diagnostic data reveals, and why pathogen timing plays a critical role in disease outcomes. Learn practical strategies to strengthen biosecurity and reduce losses. Listen now on all major platforms! "Batches shedding higher levels of PCV2 and Lawsonia showed mortality above 15%, showing how co-infections sharply increase pig losses." Meet the guest: Dr. Guilherme Cezar https://www.linkedin.com/in/guilhermec-veterinario-037064168/ earned his DVM in Brazil and holds a Master’s in Veterinary Preventive Medicine from Iowa State University, where he is now pursuing his Ph.D. His research focuses on swine diseases, epidemiology, and the dynamics of pathogen interactions in pig production. He coordinates the Swine Disease Reporting System and leads applied research projects in the field. Click here to read the full research article: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/veterinary-science/articles/10.3389/fvets.2024.1535803/full Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt Dr. Pablo Piñeyro: PCV4 & Co-infections | Ep. 139 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/PCV4-&-Co-infections Dr. Reid Philips: PRRS Vaccine Efficacy | Ep. 143 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/PRRS-Vaccine-Efficacy Dr. Tyler Bauman: PRRS Control in Grow-Finish Pigs | Ep. 156 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/PRRS-Control-in-Grow-Finish-Pigs What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:47) Introduction (02:37) Dynamic Pig Health Project (05:05) Diagnostic strategies (07:47) Mortality risk factors (09:02) Farm-level impacts (10:22) Targeting key pathogens (12:56) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Mariana Kikuti from the University of Minnesota explains how PRRSV variant classification is structured and how it supports more effective monitoring of disease outbreaks in swine herds. She shares how lineage and variant tracking improve virus identification and situational awareness. Discover how real-time data enables smarter decision-making in swine health. Listen now on all major platforms! "We want to report monthly, close to real-time, what we're seeing in the field regarding circulation of different PRRSV variants." Meet the guest: Dr. Mariana Kikuti https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariana-kikuti-4a0a4586/?originalSubdomain=br is an Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota in the Department of Veterinary Population Medicine. With a background in veterinary public health and epidemiology, she specializes in monitoring PRRS virus variants and improving disease awareness across the U.S. swine industry. Click here to learn more: https://mshmp.umn.edu/prrsv-variant-monitoring Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:40) Introduction (01:59) Variant classification explained (05:36) PRRSV monitoring systems (07:29) Risk prediction modeling (08:10) Regional virus tracking (09:06) Variant risk criteria (12:55) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Thomas Gillespie, a swine veterinarian and owner of Performance Health PC, explores how past disease eradication efforts shaped today’s biosecurity protocols. He shares lessons learned from decades in the field and reflects on the industry's capacity to eliminate current threats. Tune in now on all major platforms! "Biosecurity practices are things we know; we just need to make them work." Meet the guest: Dr. Thomas Gillespie https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-gillespie-10407a1a/ is a swine veterinarian and owner of Performance Health PC. With over four decades of veterinary experience, including international consulting, he has led significant disease control efforts, including pseudorabies eradication. Click here to read the full research article: https://www.aasv.org/shap/issues/v30n5/v30n5p298.html Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:55) Introduction (03:14) Pseudorabies history (06:15) Biosecurity practices (07:44) Veterinarian-led disease control (08:45) Managing diseases (10:39) Encouraging producer participation (12:06) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ryan Dilger, University of Illinois and Dr. Brooke Smith with Cargill, discuss the research they conducted on soybean meal, revealing its mitigating effects on respiratory disease, specifically, the ability of soy-derived components to improve immune function and viability of PRRSv-infected pigs and the mechanisms for immunity and resilience to SRD by key soy-bioactives. Listen and watch! “Nutrition, like everything, is only part of the picture, but remains a potentially underutilized tool for supporting health-challenged pigs.” — Brooke Smith, DVM, PhD, Veterinary Nutrition Lead, Cargill Animal Nutrition - Pork Solutions “The body of work to date shows consistent mechanistic evidence that soy bioactives modulate host immunity and inflammation in ways that are relevant to swine respiratory disease.” — Ryan N. Dilger, PhD, Professor, Department of Animal Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Meet the guests: Brooke Smith https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrookensmith/ , PhD/DVM, completed her PhD in swine nutrition and health interactions, focusing on soy isoflavones on growth performance and clinical responses to PRRSv infection in weaned pigs. Post-DVM, she is Veterinary Nutrition Lead for Cargill’s North American Pork Technical Service Team, developing nutritional approaches to help support disease-challenged pigs. Ryan N. Dilger https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-dilger-238a9014/ , PhD, Animal Sciences Department Professor and Chair of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. His research includes the interaction of nutrition, immunology, and neuroscience, and can be broadly categorized into practical nutrition and health issues and fundamental nutrition and developmental questions using the pig as a model to improve human health and well-being. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt Dr. Gaines & Dr. Borg: Soybean Meal Net Energy Higher in Commercial Settings | Ep. 141 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/Soybean-Meal-Net-Energy-Higher-in-Commercial-Settings Dr. Goodband & Dr. Mendoza: Listen to the Pigs - Performance Impact of Increasing Soybean Meal With and Without DDGS | Ep. 177 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/Performance-Impact-of-Increasing-Soybean-Meal-With-and-Without-DDGS What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:32) Introduction (02:22) Research update (03:12) Soy bioactive role (06:20) Immune response (11:02) Nutrition in disease (13:15) Practical producer advice (16:22) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: U.S. Soy (https://ussoy.org/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ana Paula Poeta Silva from Iowa State University breaks down the latest findings from the POMP program. She explains how PRRS virus lineages affect herd stability and economic loss, and highlights key factors that influence outbreak outcomes, including herd immunity and vaccine strategies. Listen now on all major platforms! "The POMP database shows that PRRS virus lineage significantly affects time to stability and total losses across different herds." Meet the guest: Dr. Ana Paula Poeta Silva https://www.linkedin.com/in/ana-paula-serafini-poeta-silva-52bb9196/ earned her DVM in Brazil and completed her M.S. in Epidemiology and Ph.D. at Iowa State University, focusing on swine disease surveillance and bacterial diagnostics. Now a Research Scientist with ISU's Field Epidemiology Team, she brings advanced knowledge on PRRS management and risk mitigation strategies. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt Dr. Chris Rademacher: Practical Sow Health Tips | Ep. 125 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/Practical-Sow-Health-Tips Dr. Pablo Piñeyro: PCV4 & Co-infections | Ep. 139 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/PCV4-&-Co-infections Dr. Reid Philips: PRRS Vaccine Efficacy | Ep.143 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/PRRS-Vaccine-Efficacy What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:54) Introduction (03:23) POMP data insights (05:14) Lineage impact (07:11) Genome sequencing (08:01) PRRS status at outbreak (10:10) Vaccine type outcomes (11:50) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Sarah Miller from AgCreate Solutions explores the critical role of engagement and leadership in building a sustainable culture of care on swine farms. She explains how equipping and supporting managers directly influences animal care and employee retention. Learn practical strategies for creating more connected and effective farm teams. Listen now on all major platforms! "When a farm has a culture of care, it's something that you feel and see in everyone’s actions day in and day out." Meet the guest: Dr. Sarah Probst Miller https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-probst-miller-dvm-4171196/ holds a DVM from the University of Illinois and serves as President and Creative Director of AgCreate Solutions, Inc. With expertise in educational design and pork farm consulting, she helps producers develop impactful training strategies that improve animal care and employee engagement. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:43) Introduction (01:45) Defining engagement (03:23) Engaging teams (05:13) Culture of care (07:08) Building care culture (09:22) Importance of support (12:06) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Berenice Munguía-Ramírez, a PhD candidate at Iowa State University, explores the role of active participatory surveillance in early disease detection and control within the swine industry. She explains its potential to identify both emerging and endemic pathogens before widespread outbreaks occur. Learn how producer participation and surveillance frequency can influence disease detection. Listen now on all major platforms! "Active participatory surveillance combines proactive data collection and producer involvement to detect pathogens early, instead of waiting for clinical signs to appear." Meet the guest: Berenice Munguía-Ramírez https://www.linkedin.com/in/berenice-mungu%C3%ADa-ram%C3%ADrez-370b92213/ holds a DVM from the Institute of Technology of Sonora, an M.S. in Veterinary Preventive Medicine from Iowa State University, and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. at Iowa State. Her research focuses on improving diagnostics for swine diseases using oral fluids and swine epidemiology. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:55) Introduction (02:06) Active surveillance concept (05:12) Surveillance pathogen scope (06:16) Simulation case study (07:45) Scaling up the model (10:49) Sampling frequency effects (14:52) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Troy Kaiser from Boehringer Ingelheim shares the latest on PCV2 immunization innovation and how shifting genotypes influence swine health protocols. He details safety and efficacy trials, label claims, and what this means for herd-level protection. Learn what’s next in immunization strategy and how to optimize immunity. Listen now on all major platforms! "Even without overt clinical signs, PCV2 can still impact growth, performance, efficiency, and herd consistency." Meet the guest: Dr. Troy Kaiser https://www.linkedin.com/in/troy-kaiser-57144951/ is a Principal Scientist and Clinical Project Lead & Laboratory Study Lead for livestock immunizers at Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, leading clinical studies for swine immunizer development. He earned his B.S. and M.S. from South Dakota State University, followed by his DVM. from Iowa State University. With decades of experience in swine virology, his work focuses on advancing the efficacy and safety of immunizers for PCV2. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt Dr. Pablo Piñeyro: PCV4 & Co-infections | Ep. 139 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/PCV4-&-Co-infections Dr. Tyler Bauman: PRRS Control in Grow-Finish Pigs | Ep. 156 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/PRRS-Control-in-Grow-Finish-Pigs What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:39) Introduction (03:34) PCV2 trends (04:59) Efficacy testing (05:51) Message for producers (09:36) Protection strategy (11:09) Safety profile standards (15:02) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Elanco (https://www.elanco.com/us) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Rodrigo Paiva from Iowa State University explores how E. coli genotypes in swine have evolved over the last decade. He shares critical insights from a retrospective study and discusses why certain virulence factors are increasing in prevalence. Learn what this shift means for post-weaning diarrhea and disease management. Listen now on all major platforms! "Many E.coli strains contain multiple toxin genes, causing both secretory diarrhea and edema disease." Meet the guest: Dr. Rodrigo Paiva https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigo-paiva-09364355/ is a Graduate Research Assistant and Ph.D. candidate in Animal Health at Iowa State University, with a Master’s in Veterinary Preventive Medicine. His academic and diagnostic lab experience focuses on E. coli characterization and antimicrobial resistance in swine. Click here to read the full research article: https://veterinaryresearch.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13567-025-01568-y Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:44) Introduction (03:02) E. coli nomenclature (05:34) Virulence factors explained (07:08) Genotype evolution (09:00) Shifting genotypes (11:18) Mutation and selection (13:09) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Farm Health Guardian (http://www.farmhealthguardian.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Aaron Juergens, owner of Juergens INC, shares practical biosecurity strategies to combat swine health challenges, especially in the face of emerging PRRS strains. He explains how cleaning protocols, inspection timing, and transportation hygiene directly impact herd health and operational efficiency. Learn how collaboration and communication strengthen on-farm biosecurity. Listen now on all major platforms! "You’ve got to be patient, but communicate challenges so everyone downstream can plan accordingly." Meet the guest: Aaron Juergens https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-juergens-3752207/ holds a degree in Business Management from Loras College and has spent over two decades in swine production, management, and leadership. As the owner of Juergens Inc, and an active contributor to state and national pork organizations, his expertise spans operations, environmental stewardship, and biosecurity practices. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:41) Introduction (02:00) PRRS outbreak impact (03:27) Facility cleaning insights (05:28) Washing timeframes (10:04) Truck biosecurity (14:08) Communication in logistics (15:41) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Farm Health Guardian (http://www.farmhealthguardian.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Fernando Leite from Boehringer Ingelheim explores how different PCV2 genotypes impact immunization efficacy in swine, especially during co-infections with PRRS. He shares findings from a recent trial comparing homologous and heterologous immunizers in real-world challenge settings. Learn how genotype 2d immunizers performed and why they may offer superior protection. Listen now on all major platforms! "The PCV2d genotype today is the most prevalent genotype, and it has been for some years now." Meet the guest: Dr. Fernando Leite https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernando-leite-a9028015/ earned his DVM in Brazil and completed his M.S. at Iowa State University and Ph.D. at the University of Minnesota, focusing on swine infectious diseases. He currently serves as Associate Director of Technical Marketing for Swine at Boehringer Ingelheim. Click here to read the full research article:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40424703/ Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+health+blackbelt Dr. Pablo Piñeyro: PCV4 & Co-infections | Ep. 139 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/PCV4-&-Co-infections Dr. Reid Philips: PRRS Vaccine Efficacy | Ep. 143 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/PRRS-Vaccine-Efficacy Dr. Tyler Bauman: PRRS Control in Grow-Finish Pigs | Ep. 156 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/PRRS-Control-in-Grow-Finish-Pigs What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (01:01) Introduction (02:50) PCV2d genotype prevalence (03:56) Immunization efficacy comparison (05:22) Homologous vs heterologous use (06:20) Comparing efficacy results (09:15) Field application strategies (11:48) Closing thoughts The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Boehringer Ingelheim (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/) - Farm Health Guardian (http://www.farmhealthguardian.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinehealthblackbelt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/80692493