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The Founding of Freking Cattle | Brad Freking
About the Guest New Fashion Pork is headquartered in Jackson, Minnesota with Brad Freking as its CEO and managing partner.Founded in 1994, New Fashion Pork (NFP) employs over 400 people and owns 53,
Strategic Acquisitions in Manufacturing | Jeff Schellenberg
About the Guest Jeff is the CEO of Decisive Dividend Corporation, an acquisition-oriented company that owns 11 manufacturing businesses across Canada and the UK. Decisive Dividend employs a Buy, Buil
Edgewood Locker’s Journey of Innovation and Family Tradition | Luke Kerns
About the Guest Luke Kerns is part of the third generation that represents Edgewood Locker, an essential component of the Edgewood, Iowa, community, and agricultural fabric. Inheriting the legacy of h
Understanding Prop 12’s Impact on Animal Welfare | Dr. Cara Haden
About the Guest Dr. Cara Haden received her degree as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2014 from the Iowa State College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, she joined Pipestone Vet Clinic as a
Family-Driven Innovation in South African Pork Production | CP Kriek
About the Guest CP Kriek, at the forefront of Taaibosch, embodies a unique blend of expertise and passion. An Industrial Engineer by training, CP, alongside his wife Gerda, has turned their family her
Cultivating an Interest in Animal Agriculture | Gracee Poorman
About the Guest Gracee Poormans journey is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. Emerging as a beacon of inspiration in the agricultural community, she has carved a unique path, d
The Story of a Pork Industry Veteran | John Nickel
About the Guest John Nickel is a seasoned pork producer and the esteemed owner and director of Border Genetics Ltd. With a rich history in the industry, John brings a wealth of experience and knowledg
Experiencing Streptococcus Zooepidemicus (Strep Zoo) | Dr. Ryan Tenbergen and Dr. Matheus Costa
About the Guests Dr. Matheus Costa is a veterinarian scientist with a focus on the pathophysiology of diseases in species of veterinary interest, particularly swine. He is Assistant Professor of swine
Demeter’s Founding Story & Role in the Modern Swine Industry | Dr. Martin Bonneau
About the Guest Dr. Martin Bonneau grew up on a pig farm in Saint-Franois de Montmagny. He graduated in veterinary medicine from the University of Montreal in 1993. From 1993 to 2004, he mainly worke
Animal Agriculture in the Eyes of Venture Capital | Tony Simpson
About the Guest Tony Simpson brings more than 23 years of experience leading and investing in companies in agribusiness and animal health. In 2015, Tony founded AgTech Advisors, LLC, a consulting firm