The Swine it Podcast Show Canada - Dr. Wayne Lees: The Battle Against Wild Pigs | Ep. 122
Jul 17, 2025In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Wayne Lees, coordinator for Squeal on Pigs Manitoba, discusses the challenges of controlling invasive wild pigs. He covers the environmental, economic, and safety risks associated with wild pigs, and explains the innovative methods being used to track and manage their population. Learn about the unique climate challenges of wild pig eradication in Canada and how the efforts might serve as a model for other regions. Listen now on all major platforms!
What will you learn:
- Wild pig threats
- Geographic range expansion
- Manitoba eradication efforts
- New technologies in tracking
- Long-term outlook
Meet the guest:
Dr. Wayne Lees holds a DVM from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine and a Master’s degree in veterinary epidemiology from the Ontario Veterinary College. With extensive experience in veterinary practice, government, and academia, he now coordinates Squeal on Pigs Manitoba. The initiative aims to control and eliminate invasive wild pigs from Manitoba.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn
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