Dr. Clayton Johnson: 2023 Swine Health Overview | Ep. 229

Understanding the intricacies of swine health management is crucial for enhancing efficiency and ensuring sustainable practices in this sector. As 2023 draws to a close, this special year-end episode of our podcast delves deep into the significant advancements and insights gathered throughout 2023, setting the stage for what we can anticipate in the next year. Our special guest, Dr. Clayton Johnson, will share cutting-edge strategies and veterinary advancements that are transforming the swine industry. 

“Biosecurity definitely works. We can prevent PRRS. And I'm not saying it's easy, I'm also not saying it's cheap. They are effective and we do control our own destiny when it comes to disease outbreaks.” - Dr. Clayton Johnson

What you’ll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (02:12) Introduction
• (12:39) Economic Impact of PRRS
• (19:12) Overview of swine diseases in 2023
• (25:16) Disease control and biosecurity
• (28:47) Future outlook and new vaccine developments
• (35:36) Challenges in implementing new technologies
• (47:28) Final three questions

Meet the guest: Dr. Clayton Johnson, Director of Health at Carthage Veterinary Service, stands out as a distinguished leader in swine health management. Holding a DVM from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a BSc in Biology from Truman State University, Dr. Johnson's career is marked by impactful roles, including as Director of Health and Associate Director, Production Veterinarian at The Maschhoffs. He's known for innovative and responsible health strategies, improving production practices, and advocating for animal welfare. Dr. Johnson's blend of scientific knowledge and practical expertise continues to drive significant advancements in swine health management.

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