In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Erin Cortus from the University of Minnesota chats about sustainability in the swine industry. She breaks down key environmental sustainability metrics, the importance of effective manure management, and how technology is changing the game on farms. Dr. Cortus also emphasizes that sustainability is an ongoing journey, offering practical tips for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and boosting operational efficiency. Tune in now on all major platforms!

"Sustainability is not about staying at the status quo; it’s about continuous improvement."

Meet the guest: Dr. Erin Cortus is an Associate Professor and Extension Engineer at the University of Minnesota, focusing on sustainability and environmental impact in swine production systems. With a Ph.D. in Agricultural and Bioresource Engineering, she has over 15 years of experience in swine environment research. Dr. Cortus is passionate about improving air quality and environmental sustainability in livestock operations.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:47) Introduction
• (03:25) Defining sustainability
• (04:33) Environmental sustainability focus
• (08:51) Calculating sustainability metrics
• (15:47) Methane emissions management
• (18:47) Circularity in systems
• (22:47) Final three questions

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