Episode 15: Managing pig health - Iowa farmers take a responsible approach
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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 Episode 15 of the ChopTalk podcast, which delves into the complex topic of antibiotic use in pig farming, highlighting its importance for both animal welfare and public health. Dr. Heather Fowler with the National Pork Board, Dr. Locke Karriker from Iowa State University, and farmer Mike Paustian discuss the responsible approach farmers take to pig health and the use of antibiotics.