Dr. Ashley DeDecker: Day One Pig Care | Ep. 157

Dr. Ashley DeDecker: Day One Pig Care | Ep. 157

Author: Wisenetix February 6, 2025 Duration: 14:19
In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ashley DeDecker from Smithfield talks about the essential care practices for piglets on their first day. She emphasizes how creating the right farrowing environment plays a key role in improving piglet survival rates. Dr. DeDecker also shares insights from research on drying methods, managing microenvironments, and the benefits of split suckling in today’s swine production. Listen in to discover practical piglet care techniques that can lead to better results for your swine operation. "When farrowing crates are optimal, drying piglets is considered an advanced care option." Meet the guest: Dr. Ashley DeDecker https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-dedecker-718a5530/?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app , Senior Director of Research and Extension at Smithfield, brings over 13 years of expertise in swine production research. She holds a Ph.D. in Swine Behavior and Stress Physiology from the University of Illinois and a B.S. in Animal Science from Southern Illinois University. Her work focuses on improving swine behavior, welfare, and production practices at Smithfield. What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:43) Introduction (01:57) Day one pig care (03:22) Drying techniques (04:16) Farrowing crate (06:53) Split suckling (09:43) Sow colostrum production (13:61) Closing thoughts The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Jyga (https://jygatech.com/) - Fortiva (https://fortivaimpact.com) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://www.swinecampus.com/nutritionblackbelt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/swinecampus/

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