The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Jamie Studer: The Sow Transition Window | Ep. 211

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jamie Studer, Postdoctoral Research Associate at Iowa State University, explains why the transition from late gestation to lactation is one of the most critical periods for sow productivity and longevity. She discusses postpartum dysgalactia syndrome, metabolic adaptations, immune activation, and nutrient partitioning that influence milk production and piglet survival. Learn practical insights grounded in research that matters to modern swine systems. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you’ll learn: 

• Transition period importance
• Lactation metabolic changes
• Postpartum dysgalactia syndrome
• Immune system involvement
• Sow longevity factors

Meet the guest:

Dr. Jamie Studer earned her M.S. in 2021 and Ph.D. in 2025 in animal physiology with a focus on swine reproductive physiology at Iowa State University under Dr. Jason Ross. Her research centers on late gestation and lactation disorders, including postpartum dysgalactia syndrome and pelvic organ prolapse, with emphasis on metabolic and physiological adaptations. 

Learn from Dr. Jamie Studer on The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, available on all major platforms.
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