Truffle Media Networks Podcasts

SwineCast 1228 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Rebecca Robbins (PIC) to discuss Porcine Reproductive And Respiratory Syndrome Virus (PRRSV) L1C variant moving to US eastern states. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 61, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.ia…

SwineCast 1228 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Rebecca Robbins (PIC) to discuss Porcine Reproductive And Respiratory Syndrome Virus (PRRSV) L1C variant moving to US eastern states. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 61, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.ia…

SwineCast 1227 Show Notes: Dr. Fernando Leite (Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health – US) shares an update about the various strains of Salmonella, especially Monophasic Salmonella.By Truffle Media Networks

SwineCast 1226 Show Notes: Improved sequencing tools can make PRRS elimination easier, but the techniques also show how difficult-to-change management practices help drive the continued evolution of the PRRS virus. The ATM team talks with Dr. Kim VanderWaal (University of Minnesota) to understand the tools and the practices that need to change if t…

SwineCast 1225 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Jordan Gebhardt (Kansas State University) to discuss the dissemination of swine pathogens through animal feed manufacturing facilities, feed mitigation, and biosecurity strategies, and Swine Health Improvement Plan (US SHIP) initiatives on feed biosecurity…

SwineCast 1225 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Jordan Gebhardt (Kansas State University) to discuss the dissemination of swine pathogens through animal feed manufacturing facilities, feed mitigation, and biosecurity strategies, and Swine Health Improvement Plan (US SHIP) initiatives on feed biosecurity…

SwineCast 1224 Show Notes: From the 2023 Iowa Pork Congress session on Foreign Animal Diseases, Dr. Robin Holland (USDA) shares research on using oral fluids to help detect African Swine Fever.By Truffle Media Networks

SwineCast 1223 Show Notes: From the 2023 Iowa Pork Congress, moderator Ben Nuelle (Iowa Pork Producers Association Policy Director) talks with Eldon McAfee (Brick Gentry Law Firm) about cases claiming nuisance and provides an update on decisions made by the Iowa Supreme Court and other Iowa courts.By Truffle Media Networks

SwineCast 1222 Show Notes: Is your staff doing all the little things right in your swine breeding program? How do you know if they are? PICs Dr. Lori Thomas Kociemba (PIC Technical Services Manager) and Kendall Weger (PIC Reproduction Team) talk thru the keys to successful breeding outcomes. More information on breeding https://www.pic.com/?s=breed…

SwineCast 1221 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Clayton Johnson (Carthage Veterinary Services) for an update on the recent data collected by the SDRS. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 59, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.iastate.edu/sdrs/.…

SwineCast 1221 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Clayton Johnson (Carthage Veterinary Services) for an update on the recent data collected by the SDRS. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 59, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.iastate.edu/sdrs/.…

SwineCast 1220 Show Notes: How are suppliers involved in biosecurity? PIC’s Jason Pooley (PIC Health Programs Manager) and Michael McKinney (PIC Key Account Manager) look at feed mill biosecurity and discuss how biosecurity pays big dividends when properly followed.By Truffle Media Networks

Truffle Media Update 0036 Show Notes: From the RAND podcast, David Shlapak, codirector of the RAND Center for Gaming, describes a recent series of games examining potential results of a Russian invasion of the Baltics. Subscribe to the Truffle Media Update podcast series on iTunes: https://bit.ly/tmn-update-podcast…

SwineCast 1219 Show Notes: It is likely that Denmark will soon move aggressively toward PRRS elimination. The At The Meeting team talks with Dr. Nicolai Weber (Project Manager, Danish National PRRS Reduction Program) to learn the strategies and expectations of the Danish pork industry.By Truffle Media Networks

SwineCast 1212 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Jianqiang Zhang (Iowa State University) for an update on the recent date collected by the SDRS. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 55, that can also be found at http://agtoday.us/swine-reports.…

SwineCast 1209 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Marcelo Almeida (Iowa State University) for an important discussion post-weaning colibacillosis, APP outbreak investigation, and the importance of population-based samples for disease monitoring. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number …

Truffle Media Update 0035 Show Notes: In this second part, science fiction writer and technology journalist, Jerry Pournelle, shares more insights and commentary on The TWiT network show Triangulation episode 95. This is part 2 of a 2 part series. Subscribe to the Truffle Media Update podcast series on iTunes: https://agtoday.us/tmn-update-podcast…

Truffle Media Update 0034 Show Notes: Science fiction writer and technology journalist, Jerry Pournelle, shares insights and commentary on The TWiT network show Triangulation episode 90. This is part 1 of a 2 part series. Subscribe to the Truffle Media Update podcast series on iTunes: https://agtoday.us/tmn-update-podcast…

SwineCast 1205 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Fernando Bortolozzo (Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul – Brazil) for an important discussion about pre-weaning mortality, United States compared to Latin America, the Importance of day 1 care, cross-fostering, and colostrum intake, and actions to i…

SwineCast 1204 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team chats with special guest Dr. Guilherme Cezar about new features and next steps for the Swine Disease Reporting System. They also review increased PEDV activity among the US states, and PRRSV activity in the US, looking at lineages and regional spikes. This SwineCast episode shares t…

SwineCast 1195 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team has a conversation with Dr. Dustin Oedekoven (Chief Veterinarian at National Pork Board and President of the United States Animal Health Association) about swine diseases and Dr. Oedekoven’s role at the National Pork Board. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number…

SwineCast 1194 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team celebrates it’s 50th edition with special guests to highlight the swine industry disease challenges and how SDRS can help. Joining the celebration are Dr. Brigitte Mason (Country View Family Farms & SDRS advisory member), Dr. Paul Yeske (Swine Vet Center & SDRS advisory member), Dr.…

SwineCast 1189 Show Notes: This is the Swine Disease Reporting System update number 49. The Swine Disease Reporting System team brings together the lead people from the five SDRS supporting Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories to share their perspectives and updates on swine diseases. The Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory group includes Dr. Angela Pil…

Truffle Media Update 0033 Show Notes: Dr. Joel Iverson shares background and updates on developing communities of practice. In the context of animal biosecurity, Dr. Iverson highlights how data / information can be turned into knowledge / wisdom. This presentation is from the 2019 Animal Disease Biosecurity Coordinated Agricultural Project Symposiu…

Truffle Media Update 0032 Show Notes: Whether or not humans play a part in climate change, the US military has to respond to real issues, like the sever damage Tyndall Air Force sustained from Hurricane Michael. This podcast episode from Defense One outlines a perspective on the changes in climate across the globe and how it is materially impacting…

Truffle Media Update 0031 Show Notes: Rita Emmett, author of The Procrastinator's Handbook, shares how to Blast Away Procrastination and develop an action plan. Subscribe to the Truffle Media Update podcast series on iTunes: https://agtoday.us/tmn-update-podcastBy Truffle Media Networks

Truffle Media Update 0030 Show Notes: Drew Grinch, director of content at Woodruff, and Josh Flint, associate director of communications at The Maschhoffs, highlight the planning and thinking needed to start and sustain a company blog. Drew and Josh present in front of a packed Ag Media Summit audience, covering tactics, strategy, tools, and heuris…

Truffle Media Update 0029 Show Notes: Where To Find And How To Retain Great Employees - Erin Wagoner, The Maschhoffs, talks about how finding good employees is about developing culture that encourages employees to thrive and share their experiences with those outside the company. This presentation is from the 2019 Missouri Pork Expo, February 12 - …

Truffle Media Update 0028 Show Notes: Pork on the Menu! This panel talks about how pork is thought of on menus and what chefs are doing to engage consumers around food with pork. Panel: Ernie Meier, McDonald's; Dominic Iannarelli, Splash/Jethros; Jonathan Cook, Iowa Event Center Executive Sous Chef. Moderated by Dallas Hockman, National Pork Produc…

Truffle Media Update 0027 Show Notes: Caroline Roper Warwick, a science communication specialist at the University of Florida Mid-Florida Research and Education Center, Apopka, FL, shares her expertise in developing impactful and concise science communication. Caroline presents a case study focused on the idea that "just publishing and presenting" …

Truffle Media Update 0026 Show Notes: There is science behind meat! In this episode on meat quality, Collette Kaster of Kaster Solutions and PIC Meat Scientists Dr. Neal Matthews and Brandon Fields offer viewpoints on management and technology. Subscribe to the Truffle Media Update podcast series on iTunes: https://agtoday.us/tmn-update-podcast…

Truffle Media Update 0025 Show Notes: Moderator Scott Dorsey talks ingenuity, business smarts, and grit with some up-and-coming agbioscience executives. From the 2018 Indiana Agbioscience Innovation Summit, November 29, 2018, Indianapolis, IN, USA. Panel includes: – Ellie Symes | CEO, The Bee Corp – Scott Massey | CEO, Heliponix – Vijay Harrell | C…

Truffle Media Update 0024 Show Notes: Moderator: David Johnson, CEO, Central IN Corporate Partnership, has a conversation with leading Indianapolis companies about the future of the business of agriculture, finding talent, and figuring out how to best meet the needs of customers in the food and agriculture space. From the 2018 Indiana Agbioscience …

Truffle Media Update 0023 Show Notes: Naomi Grewal, Pinterest, presenting "The Age of Personalization: How technology enables more custom experiences", from the 2018 Dawn or Doom conference at Purdue University, November 5 & 6, 2018, West Lafayette, IN, USA. In the digital age, attention has become a commodity. With increasing limitations on time a…

Truffle Media Update 0022 Show Notes: George Anders presents "Work’s Provocative Future: How to Outwit Those Job-Killing Robots", from the 2018 Dawn or Doom conference at Purdue University, November 5 & 6, 2018, West Lafayette, IN, USA. What if the rise of machine learning and artificial intelligence ended up creating more jobs? That optimistic sce…

Truffle Media Update 0021 Show Notes: John Armato, Creative Strategist, Fleishman-Hillard, shares what is needed to bridge the gap between creativity and strategy. Some of John’s key points is helping teams and clients better understand, through his “Think Inside The Box” workshops, demonstrating relevance and creating behavior change in public rel…

Truffle Media Update 0020 Show Notes: What can soap boxes, sweet wrappers and tin cans tell us about our shopping history? BBC's Manuela Saragosa visits Robert Opie at his Museum of Brands, Packaging and Advertising in west London. He's been keeping discarded items and packaging since he was a school boy - well over 50 years. In the process he's cr…

Truffle Media Update 0019 Show Notes: Dr. Jayson Lusk, Professor and Department head, Department of Agricultural Economics, Purdue University, walks through research and reviews of how consumers approach food and the questions they ask. Dr. Lusk highlights several key consumer research experiments and their findings. Subscribe to the Truffle Media …

Truffle Media Update 0018 Show Notes: From the 2018 Ag Media Summit in Scottsdale, Arizona, the panel session the session "Freelancing: Voices of Experience" with Janet Rodekohr, University of Georgia, and Tom Knecht, Mississippi State University, offers insights on freelancing while still employed with eXtension and then after retirement. From the…

Truffle Media Update 0017 Show Notes: From the 2018 Ag Media Summit in Scottsdale, Arizona, the panel session "Manage your Career" offers thoughts on dealing with changes, understanding your goals, and developing a career plan. From the 2018 Ag Media Summit Agenda, Phoenix, AZ, USA - "Whether you're just starting out or you're a more seasoned profe…