The Swine It Podcast Show - Dr. Meredith Petersen: Secure Pork Supply Plan | Ep. 276
Nov 19, 2024In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Meredith Petersen, from the National Pork Board, provides an in-depth look at the Secure Pork Supply program—a proactive continuity plan allowing swine producers to voluntarily prepare before a potential foreign animal disease (FAD) outbreak. Dr. Petersen highlights essential biosecurity practices, traceability for disease control, and upcoming program updates to strengthen swine health safeguards. Listen now!
What will you learn:
- Secure Pork Supply Plan
- Enhanced biosecurity components
- Movement records importance
- Role of swine veterinarians
- Updating biosecurity plans
Meet the guest:
Dr. Meredith Petersen, DVM, MPH, PhD, is the Director of Swine Health at the National Pork Board, where she oversees the Secure Pork Supply and other swine health programs. With a DVM from Iowa State University, an MPH from the University of Iowa, and a PhD focused on population studies in animal health, Dr. Petersen brings extensive expertise in veterinary medicine and biosecurity.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn