Russ Euken: The True Cost of Pig Mortality | Ep. 308

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Russ Euken from Iowa State University unpacks the economic implications of pig mortality in commercial swine operations. He discusses key cost components, decision-making tools, and strategies for minimizing losses through better recordkeeping, biosecurity, and early intervention. Learn how producers can use modeling tools to identify opportunities for cost savings. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Mortality affects not just lost revenue from fewer hogs but also has hidden impacts like reduced manure value and feed costs."

Meet the guest: Russ Euken serves as an Extension Livestock Specialist at Iowa State University, with over four decades of experience supporting swine and beef producers across Iowa. He focuses on helping producers enhance profitability through data-informed management decisions.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:28) Introduction
• (03:13) Economics of mortality
• (05:34) Hidden production costs
• (08:49) Mortality by production stage
• (12:01) Real farm cost-savings
• (20:07) Changes in biosecurity
• (29:40) Final three questions

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