SWINETIME — EPISODE #58

Ep: #58: Using Research and Production Data to Drive Genetics

Join Dr. Spencer Wayne on the latest episode of SwineTime, where he dives deep into swine genetics with experts Erin Little, Director of Research Operations for Pipestone Research, and Carrie Pollard, FarmStats Senior Analyst with Pipestone Business.

Erin and Carrie discuss how Pipestone is unlocking valuable insights into swine genetics for producers using both research and production data. The trio underscore Pipestone’s dedication to research and data collection, aiming to equip producers with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the dynamic landscape of pork production.

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Erin Little

Erin Little graduated from South Dakota State University with a B.S. in Animal Science and an M.S. in Swine Genetics. She began her career with Pipestone managing day-to-day activities in research barns. Today, she serves as the Director of FarmStats with the Pipestone Business team. Erin and her husband Derek live south of Brookings, SD on an acreage raising sheep and cattle.
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Carrie Pollard

Carrie Pollard grew up on a 200-sow farrow-to-finish farm in western Illinois. She has a BS and MS in Animal Science from the University of Illinois and spent considerable time on notable wean-to-finish research projects. She joined Pipestone in 2017 and currently serves as a Senior Data Analyst for FarmStats.

About SwineTime

PIPESTONE's mission is "Helping Farmers Today Create the Farms of Tomorrow." The SwineTime podcast was created for pig farmers and individual pork producers around the country. Hosted by Dr. Wayne, the podcast contains pork industry news, advancements in animal care, and how to enhance your productivity. Podcasts are available on Pipestone.com and your favorite streaming platform.

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