I’m Phil Hord, and I’m excited to kick off my first episode as host on The Swine it Podcast Show. It’s a privilege to begin this journey with you. In this episode, Dr. John Deen, a retired Distinguished Global Professor Emeritus from the University of Minnesota, explains how pandemic threats continue to shape U.S. swine health and production. He discusses vulnerabilities in diagnostics, movement control, and national preparedness while drawing lessons from ASF, avian influenza, and field-level epidemiology. Listen now on all major platforms.

"Pandemic events in swine systems continue to generate significant challenges because early signals often resemble common conditions, creating delays that increase spread and economic disruption."

Meet the guest: Dr. John Deen is a veterinary epidemiologist and economist whose career spans North Carolina State University, the University of Minnesota, and major global disease-control initiatives. His work focuses on infectious disease modeling, population health, welfare, and industry-level preparedness across swine systems. Dr. Deen has contributed decades of insight to pandemic risk, diagnostics, and producer decision-making.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:41) Introduction
• (04:31) Pandemic concerns
• (06:11) Diagnostic limits
• (11:27) Outbreak learnings
• (20:31) Control strategies
• (26:31) On farm insights
• (31:51) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this New Year special episode, and the second episode of the Personalities Series, we feature Dr. Daniel Linhares, Professor at Iowa State University and Director of the FieldEpi team. With a career shaped by both hands-on experience and academic leadership, he shares how listening, collaboration, and practical research are transforming swine health. Learn how his team is guiding the next generation and tackling the industry's toughest challenges. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Seeing someone do something better than you because you helped them reach their potential is more rewarding than any recognition."

Meet the guest: Dr. Daniel Linhares is a Professor and Director of Graduate Education at Iowa State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, where he leads the FieldEpi team. His applied research focuses on swine population health and disease control strategies, while also preparing graduate students to become independent thinkers capable of transforming the swine industry.

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Dr. Bret Marsh: The Mind Moving Swine Industry Forward

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:19) Introduction
• (07:58) Research insights
• (09:59) Leadership in swine teams
• (18:39) Soft skills in science
• (25:37) Recruiting talent
• (28:30) Advice to young researchers
• (34:39) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Ben Allen, CEO of BinSentry, explains how automated feed monitoring is reshaping efficiency and profitability in swine systems. He breaks down how real-time bin data, AI analytics, and automated workflows reduce outages, cut operating costs, and improve feed conversion. Learn why accurate inventory signals matter more than ever for supply chain performance. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Outage hours accumulate silently in barns, creating performance losses that remain hidden without accurate monitoring of real-time feed consumption."

Meet the guest: Ben Allen is the Chief Executive Officer of BinSentry, where he leads the development of AI-powered tools that improve efficiency, safety, and sustainability in the animal feed supply chain. With deep experience in agriculture and technology, he focuses on solving operational bottlenecks, improving feed delivery accuracy, and supporting data-driven swine production systems.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:45) Introduction
• (02:14) Guest background
• (07:23) Feed inventory accuracy
• (11:52) Outages
• (14:24) Consumption insights
• (18:00) Supply chain tools
• (27:18) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Amy Schmidt from University of Nebraska–Lincoln explains the true value of integrating livestock and crop systems. She discusses sustainable manure application, overcoming misconceptions about its environmental impact, and how nutrient management ties directly to soil health. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Manure is not inherently bad for the environment. It's about how it's handled and managed."

Meet the guest: Dr. Amy Schmidt received her B.S. and M.S. in Agricultural Engineering from Iowa State University and her Ph.D. in Biological Engineering from Mississippi State University. She is currently a professor at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, where her research focuses on manure utilization, livestock regulatory policy, and emerging contaminants in agriculture. Her academic career supports integrated systems that improve soil quality and environmental outcomes.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:39) Introduction
• (04:49) Nebraska livestock-crop landscape
• (08:29) Manure application benefits
• (14:04) Bridging crop and livestock
• (24:28) Application challenges
• (29:16) Research projects insights
• (01:39) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this 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, 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.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:47) Introduction
• (03:23) Diagnostic case strategies
• (05:34) Seasonal swine diseases
• (07:54) Mycoplasma observations
• (13:55) PRRS insights
• (21:54) Keys to effective diagnostics
• (28:41) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Young Dal Jang from the University of Georgia explores iron nutrition in piglets and its impact on health and growth. He explains why iron is crucial for development, the risks associated with deficiency, and how various injection strategies impact performance. You’ll learn practical insights on iron requirements, retention, timing, and supplementation. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Iron is required for hemoglobin synthesis, myoglobin synthesis, and antioxidant enzyme activity in pigs."

Meet the guest: Dr. Young Dal Jang is an Assistant Professor of Non-Ruminant Nutrition at the University of Georgia. He earned his Ph.D. in Animal Nutrition and Biochemistry from Seoul National University and has conducted extensive research on swine nutrition, focusing on trace minerals, vitamins, and functional feed additives. His current work emphasizes iron strategies to enhance piglet health, immunity, and growth.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:27) Introduction
• (04:09) Iron’s role in piglets
• (06:44) Iron requirements
• (11:27) Hemoglobin and growth
• (13:57) Two shots vs one
• (18:44) Post-weaning iron diets
• (32:01) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Apoorva Shah, CEO of SAM Nutrition, explores how AI and automation are reshaping the swine industry and global agribusiness. He breaks down what resiliency really means for producers facing global trade shifts and input cost pressures, and how forward-thinking leaders can turn disruption into growth. Listen now on all major platforms to hear practical insights on leading through change.

"At the end of the day, true resiliency means building feed and food systems that can withstand global disruptions."

Meet the guest: Apoorva Shah is the Chief Executive Officer of SAM Nutrition. With a background in entrepreneurship and marketing from the University of St. Thomas, he has led SAM Nutrition since 2011, focusing on strategic innovation within animal nutrition and feed systems. Passionate about disruption and leadership, he brings over a decade of experience shaping the future of agribusiness.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:34) Introduction
• (02:11) Global trade tensions
• (05:44) Supply chain resiliency
• (08:59) AI in operations
• (15:58) Workforce adaptation
• (23:24) Innovation in uncertainty
• (28:09) Final three questions

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Dustin Oedekoven, Chief Veterinarian at the National Pork Board, shares updates on the development of the U.S. National Swine Health Strategy. He explains how producer input, collaboration with industry partners, and data-driven priorities are shaping a healthier and more resilient national herd. Learn how this strategy aims to improve both pig health and producer well-being. Listen now on all major platforms!

"The National Swine Health Strategy was designed to unite producers, veterinarians, and industry partners under a common vision for herd health improvement."

Meet the guest: Dr. Dustin Oedekoven serves as Chief Veterinarian at the National Pork Board, leading initiatives in foreign animal disease preparedness and national herd health strategy. A graduate of Iowa State University, his expertise focuses on animal health systems, prevention, and strategic leadership in the U.S. swine industry.

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Dr. Meredith Petersen: Secure Pork Supply Plan | Ep. 276

Dr. Patrick Webb & Dr. Brent Pepin: Pork Traceability | Ep. 279

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:33) Introduction
• (03:44) National Pork Board role
• (05:06) Health strategy explained
• (09:06) Producer survey insights
• (12:33) Survey results summary
• (19:33) Industry progress
• (22:33) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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