Episode 2

Pigs and poop: how Iowa farmers manage manure

Featured in This Episode

Steve Berger

Pork Producer

Dr. Dan Andersen

Iowa State University

Brian Waddingham

Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers

Welcome to Episode 2 of the ChopTalk podcast where we dive into how pig farmers reduce odor and protect our environment using one of nature’s first fertilizers – manure. Hear from farmers and industry experts about how conservation and farming go together, and how Iowa pig farmers are focused on being good neighbors.

Episode Highlight Steve Berger

Iowa pig farmers emphasize the importance of ensuring the comfort and well-being of pigs from the moment they arrive until they leave the farm.

Episode Highlight Dr. Dan Andersen

Iowa pig farmers focus on site selection and operational efficiency to protect air quality around hog barns.

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About the ChopTalk Podcast

Iowans love their bacon, yet not everyone has a direct connection to pig farming. Listen to the ChopTalk podcast, where the Iowa Pork Producers Association and host Laurie Johns connect you to Iowa pig farmers. Meet the people behind the pork, hear about the challenges they face, how they give back to their communities and the impact on us all.

By providing programs and resources for all Iowans, IPPA is dedicated to the state, and especially to rural Iowa.

IPPA is committed to serving Iowa's pork producers with education, information and research.

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Episode 2

Pigs and poop: how Iowa farmers manage manure

Featured in This Episode

Listen to the ChopTalk Podcast on your favorite podcast app.

About the ChopTalk Podcast