In this episode, Dr. Tom Rathje dives into why maternal lines matter and how they influence grow-finish performance from start to finish.

In this episode, Paul Faris shares practical strategies and proven insights for successfully managing group-housed sows in a pen-based production system. From daily management routines to key welfare and performance considerations, Paul delivers actionable tips to help sow farm teams drive efficiency, consistency, and success.

In this episode, Dr. Steve Kitt joins us to reveal the age-specific amino acid strategies every pig producer needs to know. From young pigs that thrive on low-protein, synthetic-boosted diets to finishers that falter when crude protein dips too far, this episode breaks down how to feed smarter at every stage.

In this episode, Dr. Steve Kitt breaks down what leads to feed outages, the impact they have on pig performance and profitability, and the practical steps producers can take to prevent them. Tune in to learn how to maintain consistent feed delivery and keep your operation running smoothly and efficiently.

In this episode, Dr. Iara Solar Diaz explores how the environment shapes genetic selection programs. She explains how geneticists account for environmental factors and identify animals with the resilience needed to thrive under a variety of conditions. Part 2 focuses on how these environmental influences affect the post-wean portion of the selection program.

In this episode, Dr. Iara Solar Diaz explores how the environment shapes genetic selection programs. She explains how geneticists account for environmental factors and identify animals with the resilience needed to thrive under a variety of conditions. Part 1 focuses on how these environmental influences affect the maternal side of the selection program.

In this episode, Dr. Randy Borg highlights DNA’s maternal program, exploring how strategic selection plays a key role in sow retention and long-term productivity.

In this episode, Drs. Amanda Cross and Vishesh Bhatia explore the journey of full program testing on the DNA Genetics' market pig, discussing how the concept was born, developed, and brought to life as a project. They share insights into the evolution of full program testing — from its early vision and goals, to the challenges and lessons learned along the way, and finally, to the exciting opportunities it creates for producers moving forward.