Dennis DiPietre and Lance Mulberry

Dennis DiPietre (far left) and Lance Mulberry are economists with KnowledgeVentures, LLC. They consult with producers, processors, pharmaceutical companies, genetics firms, nutrition and technology providers throughout the global pork chain. The focus of their consultation is driving client innovation and optimization in precision agricultural processes through bio-economic modeling. Call (573) 875-7890 or email: dennis@precisionpork.com

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Industry
Oikonomia on the Farm: Succession Planning is About More Than Wealth
Ancient Greek philosophers viewed resources as abundant, not scarce, so economic action was judged not by the accumulation of wealth but by whether it enabled and served a praiseworthy end.
November 20, 2025 06:24 AM
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Hog Production
Predictions and Precision: Data Decisions Will Shape U.S. Pork’s Future
Information, and our ability to access and use it, determines how well we can predict the future and make the best decisions.
September 09, 2025 01:53 PM
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Industry
Food Waste: The Animal Welfare Discussion We Should be Having
If doing good by our animals is the goal, shouldn’t we strive to do more of it? These may sound like philosophical musings, but they reflect the mindset of much of today’s voting public.
July 09, 2025 01:10 PM
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Industry
Be Ready to Pivot to Meet Changing Consumer Needs
Embracing change makes it easier to identify emerging opportunities and target new demand segments that might have previously been overlooked or underserved, and do so with speed and precision.
April 25, 2025 10:25 AM
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Hog Production
The Profit Puzzle: Aligning Every Link in the Production Chain
Is it better for each production phase to operate as an independent all-star, or should they function as team players working toward a shared, higher goal?
February 14, 2025 10:30 AM
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Industry
China’s Tipping Point: What Looming Crisis Means for U.S. Pork in 2025
China is now grappling with a host of existential threats. The question is not if but when we will witness a total system collapse, and this year appears to mark the beginning of the end, as recession looms overhead.
January 07, 2025 08:09 AM
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Hog Production
Biosecurity: Stack the Deck in Your Favor
From the weather to prices, production to demand, and everywhere in between, this is an industry where certainties are scarce and variation reigns supreme. In essence, pork production is the art and science of stacking the deck that nature and the market deals out.
November 18, 2024 11:05 AM
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Hog Production
How Old Are Your Weaned Pigs Really?
When asked how old your weaned pigs are, you likely respond with a simple answer like 21 days. But are the weaned pigs really 21 days old or is that just the interval from loading into the farrowing room to weaning?
September 17, 2024 03:40 PM
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Dennis DiPietre and Lance Mulberry
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Hog Production
Animal Welfare Laws: The Issue is Never the Issue
While there has been some hope new markets created by Prop 12 would provide additional premiums to producers, it’s prudent any potential short-term gains do not distract from the long-term dilemma these laws present.
June 20, 2024 08:25 AM
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Hog Production
What’s the Secret to Economic Resiliency in the Pork Industry?
One thing economists are particularly bad at is predicting what the future holds for the economy or specific market trends. Still, economists find gainful employment making predictions. The reason? Economic resiliency.
April 29, 2024 11:31 AM
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