October 2024 - Journal F e - Flipbook - Page 5
PRESIDENT’S
Message
Hannah Walkes
President
Pipestone Services
Hannah Walkes hails from a traditional crop and livestock farm in
southwest Minnesota. A graduate of South Dakota State University,
she began her career with PIPESTONE in 2007 and today, serves as
President of Pipestone Services.
The Timeless Fundamentals of Pig Production
I’ll never forget one of my 昀椀rst barn walk-throughs with
Dr. G. F. Kennedy. “People try to overcomplicate pig farming.
It comes down to air, water, and feed and if you get those
right, this really isn’t that hard,” he shared. While that may be
oversimplifying it at times, his general wisdom was right, and
pig production has always relied on these three fundamental
pillars:
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Good AIR quality.
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Access to fresh, clean WATER.
•
Balanced, nutritious FEED.
Dr. G.F. “Doc” Kenned
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In this publication, we will dive deeper into these timeless principles, exploring how these
elements continue to drive the ef昀椀ciency and success of today’s pig—and on the advice of Doc
Kennedy, try to not overcomplicate.
Thank you for your trust in PIPESTONE. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve your farm.
Hannah Walkes
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