Achievements
In May 15th, Drs. Ibagon, Jaramillo, and Fanelli (previously known as Jimena, Bibiana, and Natalia) received their diplomas, were hooded, and celebrated before they continue on their life journey, which undoubtedly will lead them to great achievements. We have been privileged to have Jimena, Bibiana, and Natalia in our team and wish them the very best in the future. Thank you for all your contributions to our team.
Conferences
Personnel changes
Luis Ponce is our new visiting scholar, he is from Mexico and he will be working at the farm.
New Experiments
Publications
Extension Publication:
Jaramillo, B. M., A. V. Hernandez, S. A Lee, M. Cristobal, and H. H. Stein. 2026. Inclusion of microbial phytase in diets for growing pigs. National Hog Farmer. On-line edition. April 30, 2026.
Doctoral dissertation:
Jimena Ibagon, 2026, doctoral dissertation: Use of Soybean Meal in Diets for Growing and Reproducing Swine
Natalia Fanelli, 2026, doctoral dissertation: Protein Digestibility and Quality of Selected Proteins for Humans, Dogs, and Pigs
Bibiana Jaramillo, 2026, doctoral dissertation: Effects of 25-Hydroxycholecalciferol or Phytase on Calcium, Phosphorus, Amino Acids and Energy Digestibility in Growing Pigs