The Swine it Podcast Show Canada - Dr. Mary Louise Penrith: Global Pig Importance | Ep. 146

In this special New Year episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Mary Louise Penrith from the University of Pretoria explains the global importance of pigs and how transdisciplinary research strengthens biosecurity. She highlights cultural and economic factors shaping pig production and shares practical approaches to improve health and value chains. Start the year with global insight that benefits swine professionals. Listen now on all major platforms.

What you'll learn:  

• Understanding global pig roles
• Disease risks
• Biosecurity in different systems
• Transdisciplinary research impacts
• Value chain integration

Meet the guest:

Dr. Mary Louise Penrith is an Extraordinary Professor in Veterinary Tropical Diseases at the University of Pretoria and a global authority on African swine fever, pig health, and animal health policy. She has authored extensive scientific literature and serves as President of the Global African Swine Fever Research Alliance. Her work focuses on practical disease management, biosecurity, and sustainable pig systems. 

Listen to this insightful conversation with Dr. Penrith on The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, now available on all major platforms.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn

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