The Swine it Podcast Show Canada - Dr. Alexandre Thibodeau: Microbiota and Food Safety in Swine | Ep. 135
Oct 16, 2025In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Alexandre Thibodeau from the University of Montreal joins us in celebration of World Food Day to discuss how gut microbiota impacts food safety and animal health in swine production. He explains the microbiome’s vital role in nutrient absorption, pathogen resistance, and sustainable farming practices. Learn how microbiota research is shaping the future of safe and efficient pork production. Listen now on all major platforms!
What you'll learn:
- Gut microbiota role
- Protein fermentation effects
- Pathogen control strategies
- Microbiota and nutrition
- Future microbiome research
Meet the guest:
Dr. Alexandre Thibodeau earned his Ph.D. in Veterinary Science from the University of Montreal, where he now serves as Associate Professor and Research Chair in Meat Safety. His research focuses on gut microbiota, foodborne pathogens, and swine health, using molecular and microbial ecology approaches.
Tune in to The Swine it Podcast Show Canada to hear Dr. Thibodeau discuss how microbiota research is transforming food safety and swine production in Canada.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn
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