In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Paul Toplis, a pig nutrition expert and co-founder of Primary Diets, discusses critical lessons from his distinguished career. He explores the importance of scientific precision, tackles challenges like adapting to the removal of antibiotic growth promoters, and emphasizes the crucial role of skilled stockmanship in achieving farm success. You'll also hear about superdosing phytase and practical strategies for improving farrowing results. Don’t miss this episode—available now on all major platforms!
"Anyone in the feed industry needs to always look for greater scientific rigor and the ability to challenge dogma."
Meet the guest: Starting with RHM Agriculture, Paul Toplis led major advancements in pig feeding strategies, consulting globally on diet formulation and nutrition practices. In 1996, he co-founded Primary Diets, continuing to innovate in pig diet development. After decades of groundbreaking contributions, national committee roles, and industry awards, Paul recently retired.
What you will learn:
- (00:00) Highlight
- (01:24) Introduction
- (01:49) Toplis' journey
- (15:27) Reducing farm variation
- (19:43) Super-dosing phytase
- (24:03) Importance of stockmanship
- (24:33) Farrowing research
- (34:59) Final questions
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