Dr. Jim Lowe: Successful Pig Production and Management | Ep. 224
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In this insightful episode, our guest, Dr. Jim Lowe, delves deep into the fascinating world of agriculture and the rapid technological advancements fuelling the future. He underscores how precision farming has transcended the narrative from traditional methods to the integration of digital tools. Dr. Lowe also talks about how new tools such as sensor technology, camera vision, and data integration can inform better decision-making on pig production. With a profound understanding of agriculture's challenges, he explores innovative solutions from strategic partnerships between academia and industry.
“Technology must be good for the pig and make money for the producer. And if a tech doesn't meet that standard, we shouldn't be doing it." - Dr. Jim Lowe
What you’ll learn:
- (00:00) Highlight
- (01:58) Introduction
- (13:00) The importance of accurate measures in livestock farming
- (18:07) Utilizing mathematical models to achieve optimal production
- (26:58) The role and challenges of veterinarians in modern farming
- (33:02) Impact of welfare and technology on productivity
- (41:13) Discussing outcomes for pigs, producers, and consumers
- (52:40) End of the episode
Meet the guest: Dr. Jim Lowe
Experience:
- Current: Associate Dean and Associate Professor, Online Programs and Extension, College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Illinois
Background:
- M.S., Epidemiology and Immunology (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign)
- DVM, Veterinary Medicine (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign)
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