The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Regiane Santos: The Mycotoxin Threat to Pigs | Ep. 180
Jul 17, 2025In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Regiane Santos from Schothorst Feed Research discusses the growing concern of mycotoxins in pig diets and their varying impact based on climate and pig growth phases. She explains how certain emerging mycotoxins are being overlooked and how they can impair gut health and development. Learn what to monitor, how to adapt your strategy, and why early-stage pigs are most vulnerable. Listen now on all major platforms!
What will you learn:
- Key mycotoxins in pigs
- Weaning phase sensitivity
- DON’s effect on the gut
- Emerging mycotoxins’ threat
- Feed intake reduction
Meet the guest:
Dr. Regiane Santos earned her Ph.D. in Animal Reproduction from the State University of Ceará and completed post-doctoral studies in Toxicology and Reproductive Biology at Utrecht University. She is currently a Senior Researcher and Innovation Coordinator at Schothorst Feed Research. Her expertise spans reproductive physiology and the effects of toxins in animal systems, with a focus on swine nutrition.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn
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