Dr. Chad Hastad: Mycotoxin and Endotoxin Control | Ep. 206

Dr. Chad Hastad: Mycotoxin and Endotoxin Control | Ep. 206

Author: Wisenetix January 15, 2026 Duration: 15:54
In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Chad Hastad from New Fashion Pork explains how mycotoxins and endotoxins influence enteric stability and post-weaning performance. He outlines key risk points in nursery flows, practical strategies to support mucosal integrity, and tools that help mitigate subclinical toxin pressure. Learn how prevention-based nutrition programs strengthen gut function and improve early pig care. Listen now on all major platforms! "Endotoxins directly affect the intestinal mucosa, weakening barrier function and allowing additional challenges to influence nutrient absorption." Meet the guest: Dr. Chad Hastad serves as Director of Research, Nutrition, and Operational Support at New Fashion Pork. His experience spans feed mill operations, consulting, and applied research focused on improving swine nutrition programs and production efficiency. His work centers on enteric stability, toxin management, and practical strategies that support high-performance nursery systems. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+swine+nutrition+blackbelt+podcast Dr. Ashley Wagner: Nutritional Strategies for Stress | Ep. 166 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/Nutritional-Strategies-for-Stress Dr. Josep Garcia Sirera: Managing Endotoxins in Swine | Ep. 171 https://www.wisenetix.com/blog/Managing-Endotoxins-in-Swine What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:47) Introduction (02:23) Enteric challenges (03:39) Toxin interactions (04:57) Protective strategies (07:47) Management insights (11:24) Biosecurity tools (15:35) Closing thoughts The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: Essential Ag Solutions (https://essentialag.com/) * Fortiva (https://fortivaimpact.com) * Kemin (https://www.kemin.com/na/en-us/markets/animal/swine) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - Keys Manufacturing (https://www.keysmanufacturing.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://swinenutritionblackbelt.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swinecampus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/swinecampus/

For swine nutritionists, the sheer volume of information can be overwhelming, and finding truly actionable insights is a constant challenge. The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, presented by Wisenetix, cuts through the noise by delivering concentrated wisdom from leading global experts. Each episode is designed to fit into a busy schedule, offering a focused, nine-minute dive into a specific topic that's actually working in the field today. You'll hear directly from researchers and practitioners at the forefront of the industry, discussing practical applications, emerging research, and nutritional strategies without the fluff. This isn't about theoretical deep dives; it's about what you can apply right now. The conversations are candid and geared toward professionals who need to stay current but are pressed for time. Tuning into this science-focused podcast means gaining a regular dose of peer-level insight, transforming a short commute or break into a genuine professional development session. It’s built for those who believe expertise should be accessible and efficient, providing a consistent stream of knowledge to help refine your approach and decision-making in swine nutrition.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Dr. Marco de Mik: Enhancing Piglet Gut Health | Ep. 169 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:26
In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Marco de Mik, Senior Consultant in Swine Nutrition, explores how to enhance gastrointestinal health in piglets for optimal growth. He shares his expertise on…
Dr. Paulo Pozza: Lifecycle Assessments in Swine | Ep. 168 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:15
In this special rerun episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we revisit our conversation with Dr. Paulo Cesar Pozza, from the State University of Maringá in Brazil, who explores the critical role of lifecycle…
Daniel Rosales: Sustainable Pork Production | Ep. 167 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:53
In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Daniel Rosales from South Dakota State University shares insights into his research on swine water intake and the effects of dietary components like phytase and d…
Dr. Ashley Wagner: Nutritional Strategies for Stress | Ep. 166 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:54
In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ashley Wagner, Director of US Business and Technical Sales at Probiotech International Inc., explores a new approach to managing stress in pigs. She breaks do…
Dr. Stacie Crowder: Late-Finishing Nutrition Strategies | Ep. 165 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:49
In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Stacie Crowder from Land O’Lakes, who currently leads the Fortiva innovation team, discusses the challenges and opportunities in late-finishing pig nutrition.…
Dr. Jean Noblet: Net Energy in Swine Nutrition - Part 2 | Ep. 163 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:56
In this second part of our special episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, celebrating National Ag Day, Dr. Jean Noblet, a consultant in monogastric nutrition, continues to explore energy utilization in swine f…
Dr. Jean Noblet: Energy in Swine Diets - Part 1 | Ep. 162 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:20
In this special episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, celebrating National Ag Day, Dr. Jean Noblet, a consultant in monogastric nutrition, shares insights on the critical role of energy in swine nutrition. He…
Dr. Luciana Rossi: Alternatives to Antibiotics | Ep. 161 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:26
In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Luciana Rossi, Associate Professor at the University of Milan, discusses alternatives to antibiotics in swine nutrition. She explores antimicrobial resistance…
Dr. Taw Scaff: Boar Nutrition Strategies | Ep. 160 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:34
In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Taw Scaff, Assistant Professor and Extension Swine Specialist at North Dakota State University, breaks down the topic of boar nutrition. From its impact on sp…