The Swine it Podcast Show Canada - Dr. Carles Vilalta: ASF Spread and Control Insights | Ep. 166

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Carles Vilalta, epidemiologist at IRTA CReSA in Spain, explains the current African swine fever situation, including origin, transmission, and control strategies. He highlights the role of human activity, wild boar dynamics, and biosecurity measures to protect commercial farms. Learn how surveillance and field actions shape disease containment. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:  

• ASF introduction risks
• Wild boar containment
• Commercial herd protection
• Biosecurity priorities

Meet the guest:

Dr. Carles Vilalta is an epidemiologist, swine veterinarian, and researcher at IRTA-CReSA in Spain. His work focuses on epidemiology, swine health, disease surveillance, and research support for government and industry programs. 

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