The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Anna Forseth: African Swine Fever Updates - Part 1 | Ep. 154
Apr 23, 2025Preparing for a Foreign Animal Disease outbreak continues to be one of the most discussed topics in the pork industry. In this special episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, highlighting the critical importance of disease preparedness, Dr. Anna Forseth, Director of Animal Health at the National Pork Producers Council, delivers an essential update on African swine fever (ASF) and its implications for the global and U.S. pork sectors. From the current ASF status to prevention strategies and preparedness efforts, Dr. Forseth explores topics like surveillance, regulatory hurdles, and the role of immunization tools in managing the disease. Listen now on all major platforms!
P.S.: This episode was recorded in November 2024, so any references to 'this year' are based on information from 2024. Please note that some details may have changed and may no longer be up-to-date.
What will you learn:
- African swine fever update
- Global ASF statistics
- Regulatory enforcement challenges
- U.S. ASF prevention steps
Meet the guest:
Dr. Anna Forseth is the Director of Animal Health at the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC). In her role, Forseth is responsible for preharvest swine health issues, including foreign animal disease prevention and preparedness, biotech, and swine welfare. She earned a bachelor’s degree in animal science from Montana State University, a DVM from Colorado State University, and a master’s degree in veterinary preventive medicine from Iowa State University.
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