Episode 1: Overcoming the challenges amidst COVID-19
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ChopTalkIowans love their bacon, yet few know about pig farming. Laurie Johns connects you to Iowa pig farmers, the lives they live, the challenges they face and the impact on us all.
Welcome to the first episode of the ChopTalk podcast. This episode explores the impact of COVID-19 on Iowa’s pork industry. Hear from Dr. Chris Rademacher with Iowa State University, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig, and Iowa pig farmer Mike Paustian about the complexities of pork production. They discuss the disruptions caused by the pandemic and the innovative solutions developed by farmers and industry leaders to navigate the crisis while ensuring the well-being of animals and the stability of the food supply chain.
