Dr. Mark Knauer: Enhancing Sow Livability | Ep. 366

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Mark Knauer, Swine Extension Specialist at North Carolina State University, discusses nutritional strategies to improve sow livability and piglet outcomes. He shares research insights on vitamin programs, antioxidant support, and nutrition-based approaches in commercial production systems. Dr. Knauer highlights opportunities to reduce mortality, enhance sow longevity, and improve overall performance. Listen now on all major platforms!“Disease challenges create oxidative stress, and replenishing antioxidants can help to support sow and piglet livability.”Meet the guest: Dr. Mark Knauer is a Swine Extension Specialist at North Carolina State University, where he conducts applied research to improve sow productivity, longevity, and herd performance. He earned his Ph.D. from North Carolina State University and previously served as Director of Animal Science at the National Pork Board. Learn more from Dr. Mark Knauer on The Swine it Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.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!Brittney Kokinos: Comparing Vitamin D Metabolites | Ep. 359Dr. Declan Schroeder: Viability PCR for Virus Detection | Ep. 347Diego Guerrero Huerta: 25(OH)D3 in Pig Nutrition | Ep. 327What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:37) Introduction(03:17) Sow productivity changes(05:43) Farrowing trial(10:50) Targeted vitamin support(15:27) Improving sow livability(19:22) Key takeaways(25:15) Final questionsThe Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- dsm-firmenich* SunHy* National Pork Board* Cargill* Aurora Pharmaceuticals* Adisseo- EveryPig- KT Pacer- Biofractal- DietForge𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Swine it Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Swine it Podcast ShowInstagram: The Swine it Podcast ShowFacebook: The Swine it Podcast ShowTikTok: The Swine it Podcast Show