The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Lee Johnston: Fetal Programming in Swine | Ep. 200

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Lee Johnston from the University of Minnesota, discusses how nutrition during gestation influences fetal programming and lifetime pig performance. He explains the link between birth weight, survival, and productivity, and highlights research on zinc supplementation in sows. Learn how early nutrition decisions can impact herd efficiency and sustainability. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:   

• Fetal programming basics
• Birth weight impact
• Survival challenges
• Zinc supplementation
• Environmental concerns

Meet the guest:

Dr. Lee Johnston is a Professor of Animal Science at the University of Minnesota, where he has led swine nutrition research for over 35 years. His work has focused on understanding how nutrition during gestation affects pig performance, survival, and sow longevity. His studies on zinc supplementation offer practical strategies for improving herd outcomes. 

Listen to Dr. Johnston on The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast to gain insights on swine nutrition and fetal programming.
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