In this episode of 'At the Meeting,' Dr. Joel Nerem, a seasoned swine veterinarian from PIPESTONE, addresses pivotal challenges in the swine industry. He discusses next-generation strategies for disease elimination, biosecurity, and the critical role of veterinarians in meeting consumer demands. Dr. Nerem's insights comprehensively look at advancing swine health and production. Tune in for valuable knowledge and actionable strategies to stay ahead in the swine industry.

• (00:00) Introduction
• (02:09) Current challenges in the swine industry
• (04:09) Disease elimination strategies
• (07:38) African Swine Fever threat
• (10:15) Importance of traceability
• (11:11) Next-Generation biosecurity
• (16:15) Veterinarians and consumer demands
• (20:59) Closing thoughts

For over 25 years, “At the Meeting—Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison” has been the go-to leader when it comes to breaking down important and trending topics throughout the swine industry.

In this episode of "At The Meeting," our special guests, Dr. Eduardo Fano, Dr. Amanda Sponheim, and Dr. Maria Pieters, explore the Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae Eradication Roadmap, a critical initiative for eliminating M. hyopneumoniae in swine. They discuss this roadmap's collaborative efforts, research, and practical applications, offering valuable insights for producers and veterinarians. Tune in to learn more about the Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae Eradication Roadmap.

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• (00:00) Introduction
• (01:13) Project overview and goals
• (05:22) Research contributions and findings
• (07:55) Diagnostic approaches and tools
• (10:13) Collaboration and implementation
• (15:18) Lessons learned and future applications
• (20:34) Closing thoughts

Meet the guests: Dr. Eduardo Fano, Director of Health for Latin America at Pipestone Veterinary Services, has a PhD in infectious diseases focused on Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae.

Dr. Amanda Sponheim, a Senior Key Account Veterinarian at Boehringer Ingelheim, is a PhD candidate researching diagnostic approaches for improving detection of M. hyopneumoniae in swine.

Dr. Maria Pieters, Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota, leads the Mycoplasma Research Laboratory and the Swine Disease Eradication Center.

For over 25 years, “At the Meeting—Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison” has been the go-to leader when it comes to breaking down important and trending topics throughout the swine industry.

At The Meeting is hosted by Dr. Montserrat Torremorell, Dr. Gordon Spronk and Dr. Tom Wetzell. We are continually addressing challenging pork industry issues through our conversations with industry leaders. And when we learn, we bring it all to you. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the conversation.

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of 'At the Meeting,' we feature Professor Dermot Hayes, a leading expert in agricultural economics from Iowa State University. Prof. Hayes explores the complexities of swine productivity in the U.S. and its comparison to global standards. He discusses critical topics such as competitiveness, input costs, and the significant challenge of mortality rates in swine production. His insights offer invaluable guidance for stakeholders looking to improve efficiency and sustainability in the industry. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion. Tune in on major platforms to stay updated on the latest industry trends and solutions.

• (00:00) Swine Productivity Introduction

• (03:07) Benchmarking Importance

• (05:32) Productivity & Efficiency Trends

• (07:15) U.S. Industry Strengths

• (10:07) Mortality Rates Focus

• (13:14) Disease Trends and Competitiveness

• (20:19) Closing Thoughts

Meet the guest: Professor Dermot Hayes, Iowa State University, is an internationally renowned expert in the finance and economics of agricultural commodities, with a focus on swine production. He helps lead the U.S. contributions to InterPIG, a global benchmarking effort to compare the costs of swine production in various countries.

For over 25 years, “At the Meeting—Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison” has been the go-to leader when it comes to breaking down important and trending topics throughout the swine industry.

At The Meeting is hosted by Dr. Montserrat Torremorell, Dr. Gordon Spronk and Dr. Tom Wetzell. We are continually addressing challenging pork industry issues through our conversations with industry leaders. And when we learn, we bring it all to you. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the conversation.

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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