Dr. Tim Safranski is our guest today, talking about more unique Meishan features.

Tim explains the 'why' on larger Meishan litters, how it's difference from traditional US breeds, as well as vascularity differences in utero as well.

In position to follow the Meishan journey from the time they were imported into the US, Tim is a wealth of knowledge on our beloved hogs as well as a well known and respected swine reproduction expert at the University of Missouri.

You cohosts, Laura Jensen and Jonathan Kemmerer are also part of the podcast to share their insight as members and Meishan Master Breeders in the US.

Join our special guest, Dr. Max Rothschild, as Jonathan Kemmerer & Laura Jensen talk about birth abnormalities at farrowing.

What causes them? How do you manage them?

All in this latest episode.

Join pigcast cohosts, Laura Jensen & Jonathan Kemmerer, as well as special guest, Dr. Max Rothschild as they discuss white spots on the Meishan.

As more seem to be 'popping up,' they discuss why it's happening and how to ake the decisions for your herd.

Continuing the conversation on Meishan feed plans, hosts Jonathan Kemmerer & Laura Jensen are joined by the 2 other leading alternative feed members in the assocation.

Rebecca Thompson of Elemental Acres and James Patton of Magnum Opus Estates talk about their unique programs. The why, what and how it works overview are covered in this episode.

Laura also talks about her tradtional feed program and why it works for her.

Stay tuned for an in depth episode with eacxh of them.

Join AMBA founding members and Master Breeders, Jonathan Kemmerer of Oddbird Farm from Dekalb Misouri & Laura Jensen from Meishan Preservation, east of Atlanta, Ga.

They talk feeding basics, research studies, what works on their farm and how to design your own feed program that fits your farm model - and region.

Join AMBA President, Laura Jensen, and AMBA Head of Research, Jonathan Kemmerer, as they discuss their breeding programs.

Laura's breeding operation is Meishan Preservation @ Jensen Reserve east of Atlanta, GA and Jonathan's is OddBird Farm in Dekald, MO.

We're thrilled to host leading Mesihan geneticist & advocate, Dr. Max Rothschild in today's episode of 'Ask Max.'

Members and fellow Meishan advocates send in their questions while Laura and Jonathan asked and shared some thoughts too.

Listen in and let us know if you liked this 'Ask Max' episode.

Join your co-hosts, Laura and Jonathan, along with expert geneticists, Dr. Max Rothschild, as they discuss all aspects of a great breeding program.