Farms.com Home   News

K-State Swine Day scheduled for Nov. 20

Kansas State University swine specialists will present updates on recent research trials, highlighting the university’s annual Swine Day Nov. 20 in Manhattan.

Organizers said this year’s agenda also features a presentation from K-State alum Arkin Wu of Riverstone Farms, who will give insights into China’s pork production.

The one-day event, which will be held in the K-State Alumni Center, begins at 8 a.m. with a technology trade show, giving producers a chance to connect with other industry professionals.

The morning program features K-State research updates on nutrition, management, feed processing and feed safety. The afternoon program includes Wu’s talk, a question-and-answer session, and a reception featuring Call Hall ice cream.

“Swine Day will incorporate the latest K-State research information on swine nutrition and management, feed processing, enteric pathogen mitigation, pig livability, and new facility opportunities,” said Joel DeRouchey, a swine extension specialist and professor in the Department of Animal Sciences and Industry. “We are excited not only to highlight the latest applied research to help swine producers make informed decisions, but also to feature the ever-changing international landscape of swine production in China.”

Click here to see more...

Trending Video

What Really Drives Meat Quality in Pork? - Dr. Yan Huang

Video: What Really Drives Meat Quality in Pork? - Dr. Yan Huang



In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Yan Huang from University of Arkansas explores how genetics, nutrition, and stress management shape pork quality. He explains how molecular pathways influence fat deposition, muscle growth, and meat flavor while balancing production efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!

"The most important driver of pork quality. Feed plays a very important role in the meat quality."

Meet the guest: Dr. Yan Huang / yan-huang-77829421 is an Associate Professor in Nutritional Skeletal Muscle Biology at the University of Arkansas. With academic experience across China, South Korea, and the United States, his work focuses on the genetic and molecular regulation of muscle growth and fat deposition in swine. His research connects genetics, nutrition, and pork quality to improve production efficiency and consumer satisfaction.