The Swine it Podcast Show Canada - Dr. Laya Alves: Sow Welfare in Modern Production | Ep. 161

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Laya Alves from the University of São Paulo, in Brazil, discusses how animal welfare regulations are evolving globally and their impact on pig production systems. She explains challenges in group housing, pain management, and euthanasia decisions, while highlighting the role of training and management in improving outcomes and economic sustainability. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:  

• Welfare regulations evolution
• Group housing challenges
• Pain management strategies
• Euthanasia decision-making
• Welfare economic impacts

Meet the guest:

Dr. Laya Alves is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of São Paulo, Brazil, focusing on animal welfare in pig production, including pain management, euthanasia, and economic decision making. Her work integrates welfare science with practical farm management and sustainability. She collaborates globally to develop applied tools for producers. 

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn

Learn more from Dr. Laya Alves on CA The Swine it Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.

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