Dr. Jerry Spears: Chromium in Swine Feed | Ep 123

Dr. Jerry Spears: Chromium in Swine Feed | Ep 123

Author: Wisenetix June 13, 2024 Duration: 9:46

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jerry Spears, Professor Emeritus from North Carolina State University, unravels the intricacies of chromium's impact on swine health. With over three decades of research on trace minerals like chromium, zinc, and copper, Dr. Spears shares profound insights into the regulatory processes and health benefits of chromium propionate in enhancing insulin sensitivity in pigs. Tune in on major platforms to enhance your understanding of essential trace minerals in swine diets.


"Chromium functions to increase insulin sensitivity in tissues that are sensitive, responsive to insulin, such as muscle, adipose tissue." - Dr. Jerry Spears


  • (00:00) Introduction
  • (02:19) FDA approval process for chromium
  • (03:25) Chromium's effects during heat stress
  • (04:15) Impact on litter size and weaning weight
  • (05:06) Benefits to meat quality in swine
  • (06:59) Economic benefits of chromium supplementation
  • (07:43) Closing thoughts


Meet the guest: Dr. Jerry Spears, Professor Emeritus of Nutrition and Animal Science at North Carolina State University, has an extensive background in animal nutrition, specializing in trace minerals. With a PhD from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Dr. Spears has over three decades of experience, contributing notably to agricultural sciences. Currently, he consults as an Animal Nutrition Consultant.



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