Episode 23: Making sure Iowa pigs are healthy takes a village
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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.
In this episode, we’re diving into the world of pig farming and animal health. First up, we’ve got Dr. Meredith Petersen, a veterinarian with the Swine Health Education Center at Iowa State University, for a look into what it takes to keep Iowa pigs healthy. Then, we’ve got Zoey Dinkla, producer education director at Iowa Pork, and she’s here to talk about the biosecurity practices Iowa pig farmers swear by. Finally, we’ve got Sarah Stoutner, a farmer and mom extraordinaire. She’s juggling five young kids and a bustling pig farm, all while keeping up with the latest technology to ensure her pigs are comfortable and healthy.
