The Swine it Podcast Show - Dr. Brent Pepin: Building a PRRS Elimination Strategy | Ep. 373

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Brent Pepin, Director of Swine Health at the National Pork Board, explains the long-term strategy for PRRS elimination in the United States. He discusses national priorities, regional collaboration, farm-level planning, biosecurity, and practical frameworks that support healthier herds and stronger disease prevention. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:  

• PRRS elimination planning
• Regional framework updates
• Disease status sharing
• Farm-level decisions
• Layered biosecurity

Meet the guest:

Dr. Brent Pepin is Director of Swine Health at the National Pork Board. After earning his DVM and M.S. from Iowa State University, he built extensive experience in swine veterinary practice, research, and herd health management. His current work focuses on disease control, traceability, and improving herd health across the U.S. swine industry. Listen to Brent Pepin on The Swine it Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. 

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