Created for individual pork producers, SwineTime contains pork industry news, advancements in animal care, and tips for enhancing productivity hosted by Pipestone veterinarian, Dr. Spencer Wayne.
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Created for individual pork producers, SwineTime contains pork industry news, advancements in animal care, and tips for enhancing productivity hosted by Pipestone veterinarian, Dr. Spencer Wayne.
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Recent Episodes
May 13, 2026
Episode #89: Inside the ‘Super Bowl’ of Swine Nutrition
<p>In this episode of SwineTime, host Dr. Spencer Wayne is joined by Pipestone Nutritionist, Dr. Ethan Stas, to break down key takeaways from the Midwest Animal Science Conference — widely regarded as the “Super Bowl” for swine nutrition professionals. With dozens of rapid-fire research presentations packed into a single event, Ethan distills the most relevant insights into practical, on-farm applications for producers.</p><p>A major focus of the conversation is soybean meal — one of the most talked-about topics at this year’s conference. Drawing from large-scale commercial studies, including trials involving nearly 100,000 pigs, Ethan explains how higher soybean meal inclusion levels consistently improve growth performance and deliver stronger returns on investment. Beyond basic amino acid content, the discussion highlights the complexity of soybean meal as a nutritional ingredient, suggesting that pigs benefit from components that go beyond what can be replicated through synthetic amino acid formulation alone.</p><p>Spencer and Ethan also explore how diet formulation strategies shift when incorporating ingredients like distillers grains, and why setting minimum soybean meal or crude protein levels may be critical for maximizing performance. Additional discussion touches on emerging ingredients such as high oleic soybeans and key considerations like trypsin inhibitor levels, especially in more sensitive nursery pigs.</p><p>The episode then shifts to nursery management, tackling the ongoing challenge of post-weaning diarrhea. Ethan reviews both traditional and emerging nutritional strategies, including the roles of zinc oxide, copper, and dietary acidification. He also introduces the concept of acid binding capacity (ABC), a newer, more holistic approach to managing gut health by evaluating the acidifying potential of the entire diet. The conversation emphasizes how combining feed and water acidification strategies may create synergistic benefits for gut health and nutrient absorption.</p><p>Packed with practical insights and backed by current research, this episode offers valuable guidance for producers looking to improve performance, manage health challenges, and make more informed feed and nutrition decisions.</p>
April 3, 2026
Episode #88: Wean‑to‑Market Filtration: Raising the Bar on PRRS Biosecurity
<p>In this episode of the SwineTime Podcast, host Dr. Spencer Wayne welcomes Dr. Adam Schelkopf, Pipestone veterinarian and partner, for a candid discussion on air filtration in wean‑to‑market pig barns and where it realistically fits into today’s PRRS control strategies.</p><p>PRRS continues to be one of the most challenging and costlydiseases in pork production. While air filtration has been successfully used for decades in sow farms and boar studs, applying that same technology to growing pig barns has long been considered impractical. However, increasing pig density, neighborhood disease pressure, and repeated outbreaks are pushing some producers to re‑evaluate whether filtration could serve as an additional biosecurity tool in select wean‑to‑market systems.</p><p>Dr. Schelkopf is clear throughout the episode: filtration is not a solution to PRRS. It does not eliminate risk, and it does not replace foundational biosecurity practices. Instead, filtration should be viewed as a risk‑management option—one that may help certain producers improve their odds by reducing the frequency of PRRS breaks or delaying exposure during critical production phases.</p><p>A key focus of the discussion is timing. Many herds break with PRRS shortly after pigs are placed, before vaccines have enough time to provide meaningful immunity. In those scenarios, filtration may help protect pigs during their most vulnerable early weeks, allowing immunity to develop andreducing mortality or production losses. Even a short delay in exposure can make a significant difference in outcomes, without implying long‑term disease exclusion.</p><p>The episode also explores how wean‑to‑market filtration systems could function in practice, emphasizing that there is no single standard design. Possible approaches may include inlet filtration during periods of negative‑pressure ventilation, with protection that is often seasonal due to the need for tunnel ventilation at certain times of the year. Because barn design, geography, management style, and disease pressure differ from operation to operation, the exact setup will vary by producer and facility. These realities reinforce the importance of realistic expectations—filtration may improve the odds against disease exposure, but it does not create a sealed or disease‑proof environment.</p><p>Execution and economics are also central to the conversation. Both veterinarians stress that filtration in wean‑to‑market barns only makes sense when weighed against the true cost of repeated disease breaks, lost performance, and mortality. The value proposition will differ widely by operation, region, and disease pressure. Just as important, success depends heavily on execution. Filtered growing pig barns demand strong ventilation management, attention to airflow and sealing, routine monitoring, and caretakers who consistently operate at a high level. Not every barn, team, or productionsystem is well‑suited for that level of complexity, which is why filtration is best viewed as a targeted option for select situations rather than a universal recommendation.</p><p>Finally, Dr. Schelkopf stresses that basic biosecurity still matters most. Showering, boot and clothing changes, controlled access, and disciplined routines remain essential. Filtration cannot compensate for weak fundamentals.</p><p>For producers facing chronic PRRS pressure and asking, “What else can we do?”—this episode offers a realistic, experience‑based perspective on where wean‑to‑market air filtration fits, where it does not, and why it should be considered a tool, not a cure. </p>
March 27, 2026
Episode #87: What’s Ahead for Herd Health? Insights from AASV 2026
<p>In this episode of the Swine Time Podcast, host Dr. Spencer Wayne welcomes fellow Pipestone veterinarian Dr. Evan Koep to break down key takeaways from the 2026 American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV) Annual Conference. Fresh from Las Vegas, Dr. Koep shares the most important discussions influencing today’s U.S. swine industry — including disease management trends, emerging technology, and national herd‑level health initiatives.</p><p>Dr. Koep highlights how PRRS virus evolution continues to challenge the swine industry. Compared to several years ago, current viral strains show greater virulence, increased persistence, and reduced elimination success rates, pushing veterinarians to reconsider traditional timelines and strategies for herd stabilization and virus removal. The conversation also touches on the appearance of newer PRRS variants, which have contributed to widespread finishing‑site outbreaks across the Midwest. </p><p>Another major topic from AASV was the growing momentumtoward national-level eradication efforts, particularly for PEDv and Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae. With PEDv prevalence in sow herds now extremely low, experts believe eradication may be achievable. Dr. Koep also discusses Minnesota’s statewide Mycoplasma initiative and how it could align with future guidelines under the U.S. Swine Health Improvement Program.</p><p>The episode also covers updates on new industry tools, including an upcoming injectable ileitis vaccine, noted for low site-reaction rates in preliminary data. Dr. Koep shares insights into AI-driven innovations, such as wearable ear-tag sensors designed to detect early signs of disease through movement, temperature, and behavior tracking. He also reflects on camera-based technology for weight estimation and pig counting — promising tools that have seen slower adoption due to real-world limitations and the need for refinement.</p><p>Dr. Koep closes by discussing biosecurity research, trailer contamination findings, influenza surveillance updates, and the value of industry conferences in bringing new research, diverse perspectives, and practical insights back to veterinarians and producers.</p><p>This episode provides a rich recap of AASV 2026 — ideal forproducers, veterinarians, and industry professionals focused on herd health, productivity, and the future of swine industry technology.</p>
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