In this special episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, marking World Veterinary Day, Dr. Joseph Connor, founder of Carthage Veterinary Service, discusses the industry’s vision for PRRS eradication in the US swine herd. Drawing on lessons from the pseudorabies eradication program, he outlines the role of biosecurity, regionalization, surveillance, pig movement management, and stakeholder alignment in making PRRS elimination a reality. Listen now on all major platforms!“Alignment among producers, veterinarians, and regulators is the non-negotiable foundation of any effective disease eradication program.”Meet the guest: Dr. Joseph F. Connor is the founder of Carthage Veterinary Service in Carthage, Illinois. With over 45 years in swine veterinary consulting, he has served as vice president of health services for PIC, mentored generations of swine veterinarians, and contributed to eradication program development across the US swine herd. He holds a DVM from the University of Illinois and a master’s degree in Production Medicine from the University of Minnesota.Don’t miss the chance to be part of the Swine Inner Circle! Join now and connect with leading experts in swine nutrition.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:30) Introduction(04:40) PRRS current status(09:17) Pseudorabies eradication(12:52) Eradication framework(15:34) Pig movement challenges(20:53) Grow-finish biosecurity(28:15) Final questionsThe Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Adisseo* dsm-firmenich- Cargill- Biofractal- DietForge𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Swine it Podcast ShowInstagram: The Swine it Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Swine it Podcast Show

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