Episode Details

As precision livestock farming (PLF) continues to evolve, researchers are exploring future possibilities to improve animal welfare and enhance the swine industry. As we see, these technologies gain attention not only from farmers, but also from customers. In this episode, Dr. Babatope Akinyemi delves into the core of modern agriculture, specifically PLF, and how it's shaping the way we raise our pigs. He gives us valuable insights into the nuances of PLF and its potential to bridge the gap between producers and consumers, and also shares his findings on consumer willingness to pay for PLF adoption within the swine industry.

Meet the guest: Dr. Babatope Akinyemi

Experience

• Current: Research Associate at Michigan State University

Background

• PhD., Agricultural Economics (University of Fort Hare)
• MSc., Agricultural Economics (University of Ibadan)
• Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Agricultural Economics (Federal University of Technology Akure)

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