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The Swine it Podcast Show Canada - Dr. Mary-Louise Penrith: ASF Global Challenges | Ep. 125

the swine it canada podcast Aug 07, 2025

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Mary-Louise Penrith, Extraordinary Professor at the University of Pretoria, discusses the global response to African swine fever (ASF). She explains vaccine development efforts, outlines control strategies, and highlights the importance of cultural context in managing outbreaks. Learn what’s working in the ongoing battle against ASF. Listen now on all major platforms!

What will you learn: 

  • ASF research progress
  • Genetic control strategies
  • Cultural barriers in control
  • Alternative outbreak responses
  • Biosecurity implementation gaps

 

Meet the guest:

Dr. Mary-Louise Penrith holds a Ph.D. in Zoology and a DSc in Entomology, along with a veterinary degree from the University of Pretoria. Now an Extraordinary Professor in Veterinary Tropical Diseases at the University of Pretoria, she specializes in African swine fever and consults for international organizations. Her work emphasizes farmer-based ASF control in resource-limited settings.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn

 

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