Join AMBA President, Laura Jensen, along with Head of Research, Jonathan Kemmerer & Rebecca Thompson of Elemental Acres

As we talk about Our Speakers & Topics for Confenece 2026.

From Terrior to Prosciutto to Speakers and Topics

This week’s podcast goes over some of our plans!

(Some are a secret!)

Join AMBA President & Registrar Laura Jensen along with Head of Research, Jonathan Kemmerer, Host Farmer Rebecca Thompson and organizing volunteer Melody Harmon as we talk about the basics of Conference 26.

Join podcast host, Laura Jensen and Jonathan Kemmerer as they talk about the new record litter of Meishan piglets. James Patton of Magnum Opus Estates is the farmer that now holds this record. In this episode, we all talk about the record litter, it's genetic significance and what it means overall. Where are these pigs now.....and what was the good and the bad of this scenario?

The Harmon's are back in our latest podcast where Derek, Melody, Isaac & Clara talk about this years show experience. It was a wild one! From barely making weight to seeing their own class, The Harmons are determined to make a way for the amazing Meishan pig.

Hosted by Laura Jensen and Jonathan Kemmerer.

Listen in to our latest podcast as Derek & Melody Harmon of Firefly Homestead talk about homesteading.

What is a Homesteader and Why did they choose the Meishan as their ideal homestead hog is all part of this informative podcast.

Listen in as Jonathan Kemmerer, Head of Research for the association, shares new information on distinct feed advantages in our Meishan pigs.

The 150 pound rule is in use by a few members already - learn why and what it could save ....and add to your program!

Co Host, Laura Jensen, AMBA President, joins Jonathan to talk protein percentages and more.

Dr. Tim Safranski is our guest today, talking about more unique Meishan features.

Tim explains the 'why' on larger Meishan litters, how it's difference from traditional US breeds, as well as vascularity differences in utero as well.

In position to follow the Meishan journey from the time they were imported into the US, Tim is a wealth of knowledge on our beloved hogs as well as a well known and respected swine reproduction expert at the University of Missouri.

You cohosts, Laura Jensen and Jonathan Kemmerer are also part of the podcast to share their insight as members and Meishan Master Breeders in the US.

Join our special guest, Dr. Max Rothschild, as Jonathan Kemmerer & Laura Jensen talk about birth abnormalities at farrowing.

What causes them? How do you manage them?

All in this latest episode.