Dr. Dustin Oedekoven: National Swine Health Strategy | Ep. 328

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Dustin Oedekoven, Chief Veterinarian at the National Pork Board, shares updates on the development of the U.S. National Swine Health Strategy. He explains how producer input, collaboration with industry partners, and data-driven priorities are shaping a healthier and more resilient national herd. Learn how this strategy aims to improve both pig health and producer well-being. Listen now on all major platforms!"The National Swine Health Strategy was designed to unite producers, veterinarians, and industry partners under a common vision for herd health improvement."Meet the guest: Dr. Dustin Oedekoven serves as Chief Veterinarian at the National Pork Board, leading initiatives in foreign animal disease preparedness and national herd health strategy. A graduate of Iowa State University, his expertise focuses on animal health systems, prevention, and strategic leadership in the U.S. swine industry. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!Dr. Meredith Petersen: Secure Pork Supply Plan | Ep. 276Dr. Patrick Webb & Dr. Brent Pepin: Pork Traceability | Ep. 279What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:33) Introduction(03:44) National Pork Board role(05:06) Health strategy explained(09:06) Producer survey insights(12:33) Survey results summary(19:33) Industry progress(22:33) Final three questionsThe Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* National Pork Board* NEXUS Powered by SAM* Pancopia™* Adisseo* Vaxxinova* SunHy- AB Vista- Pharmacosmos- BinSentry- Lucta- dsm-firmenich- Eastman𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Swine it Podcast ShowInstagram: The Swine it Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Swine it Podcast Show