In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jishu Shi from Kansas State University explains the latest scientific outlook on African swine fever and why vaccine development remains a major global challenge. She clarifies the differences among swine fevers, the limits of current immunization protocols, and the diagnostic risks producers must watch for. Listen now on all major platforms!

"African swine fever and classical swine fever present similar clinical signs even though the viruses differ greatly in biology and long-term control implications."

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁: Dr. Jishu Shi is a Professor and Director of the Center on Biologics Development and Evaluation at Kansas State University, specializing in vaccine immunology for major swine diseases. With experience in both academia and the animal health industry, she focuses on developing novel vaccines and diagnostic assays for classical swine fever and porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:10) Introduction
• (01:37) Guest background
• (02:33) ASF overview
• (04:15) Vaccine issues
• (06:57) Mutation concerns
• (12:07) Diagnostic needs
• (14:06) Closing insights

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Marie-Louise Hansen from the University of Copenhagen discusses her research on umbilical outpouchings in pigs. She explains their prevalence, pathology, and the challenges they pose for animal welfare and production. Dr. Hansen also shares insights from intervention trials and future directions for research. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Umbilical outpouchings remain a significant challenge in swine herds because they are not only hernias but also abscesses, cysts, and tissue proliferations."

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁: Dr. Marie-Louise Hansen is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Copenhagen and a veterinarian with extensive field and research experience. Her PhD work focused on umbilical outpouchings in pigs, investigating their prevalence, pathology, and potential prevention methods. She brings valuable insights into swine health challenges that impact production and welfare.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:01) Introduction
• (02:03) Umbilical outpouchings
• (03:33) Research insights
• (05:04) Pathology evaluation
• (07:41) Management strategies
• (10:19) Gender differences
• (13:37) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Chris Rademacher from Iowa State University discusses integrated pest management and its impact on swine health. He explains how insect infestations can quickly damage carcass value, the role of surveillance and entomology, and how producers can prevent costly outbreaks. Learn practical steps for environmental management, chemical control, and proactive strategies. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Insect carcass infestations can cause up to 7 or $15 per carcass of damage when it's really bad."

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁: Dr. Chris Rademacher serves as a Clinical Professor, ISU Swine Extension Veterinarian, and Associate Director of the Iowa Pork Industry Center. With decades of experience in swine health and production, he focuses on practical solutions for disease prevention and management.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:40) Introduction
• (02:00) Insect management
• (03:40) Carcass damage
• (06:00) Pest surveillance
• (08:00) Environmental control
• (09:47) Chemical strategies
• (15:10) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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