The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast - Magdiel Soriano: TN Visa Workforce Insights | Ep. 211

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Magdiel Soriano, Assistant Extension Professional in Swine at the University of Missouri, explains how TN visa professionals support U.S. swine operations. He shares survey insights on workforce education, skills, and motivations, highlighting strategies to improve training, integration, and retention. Learn how labor research can strengthen productivity and long-term workforce stability. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:  

• TN visa basics
• Workforce demographics insights
• Education and skills
• Farrowing house roles
• Employee retention drivers

Meet the guest:

Magdiel Lopez Soriano is an Assistant Extension Professional in Swine and a PhD student at the University of Missouri, focusing on workforce development, swine health, and production systems. With experience in research and large-scale farm management, his work supports producers through data-driven labor strategies and technical training. 

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