Dr. Chad Stahl: Managing Inflammation for Pig Performance | Ep. 342

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Chad Stahl, Director of Innovation at Standard Nutrition, explains why managing inflammation is critical for swine performance and efficiency. He discusses the balance between normal and excessive immune responses, nutritional strategies to control oxidative stress, and practical tools to support gut and systemic health. Learn science-based insights for swine professionals focused on improving productivity and herd outcomes. Listen now on all major platforms!“The goal is not eliminating inflammation but managing it so immune responses match the actual level of challenge.”Meet the guest: Dr. Chad Stahl is Director of Innovation at Standard Nutrition, where he focuses on science-based innovation for animal agriculture. He has held academic leadership roles at the University of Maryland, North Carolina State University, and Iowa State University, and previously worked as a biologist at the FDA. His work centers on nutrition, controlling inflammation, and improving efficiency in swine production. Don’t miss the chance to be part of the Swine Inner Circle! Join now and connect with leading experts in swine nutrition.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:15) Introduction(02:19) Inflammation purpose(03:38) Inflammation cascades(04:51) Nutritional strategies(07:48) Oxidative stress(09:59) Applied solutions(17:37) Final QuestionsThe Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- Essential Ag Solutions* Vaxxinova* Adisseo* SunHy- dsm-firmenich- DietForge- AB Vista𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Swine it Podcast ShowInstagram: The Swine it Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Swine it Podcast Show