Dr. Su A Lee: Swine Feed Efficiency | Ep. 119

From The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast Wisenetix

In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Su A Lee, a postdoctoral research associate from the University of Illinois, explores the complexities of mineral digestibility and nutrient optimization in swine feeds. Dr. Lee shares her latest research findings on how particle size and pelleting influence energy and nutrient absorption in pigs. Her insights highlight important feed efficiency advancements and nutrient utilization essential for improving swine diet formulations. Tune in on major platforms to deepen your knowledge of cutting-edge swine nutrition practices.

"Indirect calorimeter allows us to measure gas exchanges precisely, optimizing energy intake assessments for more efficient swine diets." - Dr. Su A Lee

(00:00) Highlight
(01:05) Introduction
(02:25) Digestibility and Nutrient Utilization
(03:00) Indirect Calorimetry and Energy Measurement
(03:45) Commercial vs. Lab Energy Estimates
(05:15) Particle Size and Diet Experiments
(06:55) Pelleting and Feed Waste Reduction
(11:15) Closing Thoughts

Meet the guest: Dr. Su A Lee is a postdoctoral research associate at the University of Illinois, specializing in swine nutrition. Her notable research includes the digestibility of nutrients and the energy content of feeds, significantly contributing to advancements in feed efficiency for swine. Dr. Lee earned her PhD from the University of Illinois and holds both a Master's and Bachelor's degree in Animal Sciences from Konkuk University.

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