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Iowans love their bacon, yet few know about pig farming. Laurie Johns connects you to Iowa pig farmers, the lives they live, the challenges they face and the impact on us all.

Episodes

Managing pig health - Iowa farmers take a responsible approach

July 14, 2022 • 24 min

Iowa farmers take a responsible approach to pig health and the use of antibiotics

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Into the delicious world of Pulled Pork Madness

May 16, 2022 • 18 min

Join Laurie at Starbeck's Smokehouse, winner of the Pulled Pork Madness contest, and hear from an Iowa pig farmer about how it all begins!

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The sustainable green story about Iowa pig manure

April 4, 2022 • 16 min

When it comes to pig manure and the environment, you’d be amazed at how science, technology, and government regulation combine to reduce a pig's carbon footprint.

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Iowa pig farmers learn how to better connect with people who don't live on the farm

February 7, 2022 • 22 min

The Iowa Pork Producers' Leadership Academy teaches pig farmers how to better communicate, connect and build trust within their communities.

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Fire fighters, coaches, animal caretakers? Pig farmers are doing it all!

December 5, 2021 • 9 min

Meet the Lundells -- two generations of pig farmers that aren't just raising pigs, but also growing Iowa communities.

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Pigs and kids: the next generation of animal caretakers

October 17, 2021 • 11 min

Iowa farms kids want you to know their pigs come first...there are no days off! But they wouldn't have it any other way.

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ChopTalk Takes You on the Iowa Tenderloin Trail!

September 1, 2021 • 20 min

Tenderized, breaded, fried or filleted, join Laurie Johns as she hits the Iowa Tenderloin Trail in search of culinary perfection of Iowa's favorite pork sandwich.

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From snout to tail – Iowa pork is preferred around the world!

July 12, 2021 • 14 min

Consumers around the world love Iowa pork. That’s a good thing for our farmers and our communities.

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The Circle of Sustainability

June 1, 2021 • 20 min

How Iowa families keep pig farming sustainable for the land, water and communities they call home.

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Animal care requires a team approach

April 5, 2021 • 22 min

Iowa leads the nation in pig production, but many Iowan's still have questions about their care. Laurie Johns talks about animal care with a livestock trucker and ISU expert.

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Women in pig farming help lead the way in utilizing technology to protect our environment!

February 5, 2021 • 15 min

Women who focus on raising pigs and protecting our environment are often the silent superheroes of pig farming. Meet three women who don't wear superhero capes, but are making an impact.

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Asking for emotional support doesn't come easy

November 23, 2020 • 23 min

Tough and independent — Laurie Johns explains how Iowa farmers still face mental health challenges. But there are resources ready and willing to help.

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Iowa's economic engine is powered by pigs!

October 15, 2020 • 35 min

It goes way beyond the farm – learn how Iowa pigs create more jobs, household income and economic activity on our small-town main streets!

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Pigs and Poop: How Iowa farmers manage manure

September 15, 2020 • 27 min

Pigs, Poop and Odor: How Iowa pig farmers reduce odor and protect our environment using one of nature’s first fertilizers

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Overcoming the challenges amidst COVID-19

August 14, 2020 • 22 min

How did Iowa farmers keep your bacon coming and overcome new challenges when COVID-19 hit? Walcott farmer Mike Paustian, ISU veterinarian Chris Rademacher and Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig share the story.

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The sustainable green story about Iowa pig manure

Iowa pig farmers learn how to better connect with people who don't live on the farm

Fire fighters, coaches, animal caretakers? Pig farmers are doing it all!

Pigs and kids: the next generation of animal caretakers

ChopTalk Takes You on the Iowa Tenderloin Trail!

From snout to tail – Iowa pork is preferred around the world!

The Circle of Sustainability

Animal care requires a team approach

Women in pig farming help lead the way in utilizing technology to protect our environment!

Asking for emotional support doesn't come easy

Iowa's economic engine is powered by pigs!

Pigs and Poop: How Iowa farmers manage manure

Overcoming the challenges amidst COVID-19

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Managing pig health - Iowa farmers take a responsible approach

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