The Feed Science Podcast Show - Dr. Virginie Lachapelle: Compliance & Risk | Ep. 142
Mar 18, 2026In this special re-run episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, we bring back our conversation with Dr. Virginie Lachapelle from the University of Montreal, who breaks down the challenges of risk assessment in the feed industry. She covers everything from facility risk classification to the importance of industry collaboration and effective data collection, sharing a Canadian perspective on today's regulatory practices. Discover actionable insights for improving feed safety and balancing compliance with real-world risk management. Tune in now on your favorite podcast platform!
What you'll learn:
- Facility risk assessment
- Importance of compliance history
- Mitigation strategies in feed
- Data collection challenges
- Industry-regulator collaboration
Meet the guest:
Dr. Virginie Lachapelle earned her DVM and PhD in Veterinary Sciences in Microbiology from the Université de Montréal. She serves as a veterinary science specialist at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, developing risk assessment models for feed establishments. As an associate professor, her work focuses on feed safety, regulatory science, and risk-based inspection frameworks.
Listen to Dr. Virginie Lachapelle on The Feed Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn
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