In this special rerun episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ashley DeDecker, Senior Director of Research and Extension at Smithfield Hog Production, explores the critical role of day one pig care in improving survival and performance. She shares insights on environmental management, drying strategies, and split suckling practices. Discover what truly matters for piglet success and where to focus your time and labor. Listen now on all major platforms! "When farrowing crates are optimal, drying piglets is considered an advanced care option." Meet the guest: Dr. Ashley DeDecker , Senior Director of Research and Extension at Smithfield, brings over 13 years of expertise in swine production research. She holds a Ph.D. in Swine Behavior and Stress Physiology from the University of Illinois and a B.S. in Animal Science from Southern Illinois University. Her work focuses on improving swine behavior, welfare, and production practices at Smithfield. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (01:09) Introduction (02:23) Day one pig care (03:48) Drying techniques (04:42) Farrowing crate (07:19) Split suckling (10:09) Sow colostrum production (14:27) Closing thoughts The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Fortiva - Essential Ag Solutions - Keys Manufacturing - Kemin 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast Instagram: The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast LinkedIn: The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast
