Sow mortality is a significant concern in the swine industry, impacting animal welfare and economic sustainability. High mortality rates lead to financial losses and affect breeding programs and herd health. In this episode, Dr. Rodrigo Paiva, an Iowa State University Ph.D. student, discusses his research on sow mortality and its associated risk factors. Dr. Paiva's insights illuminate the multifaceted nature of this issue, offering valuable guidance for the swine industry's long-term viability and animal well-being.Meet the guest: Dr. Rodrigo PaivaExperience:Current: Graduate Research Assistant at the Iowa State UniversityBackground:MBA, Commercial Management (Getulio Vargas Foundation)DVM, Veterinary Medicine (Higher Education Union of Viçosa)The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Boehringer Ingelheim* Elanco- Healthy Climate Solutions- United Animal Health- Adare- Essential Ag Solutions𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Instagram: Swine CampusLinkedIn: Swine CampusWebsite: swinehealthblackbelt.com

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