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.

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