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Dr. Jeroen Dewulf: Biosecurity Measurement Tools | Ep. 119
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In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jeroen Dewulf from Ghent University highlights methods for quantifying biosecurity on pig farms and explains how this data can enhance farm practices. Learn how these tools help identify strengths and weaknesses in biosecurity measures, guiding farmers to make informed improvements. Listen now on all major platforms!
"We developed a measurement system that translates answers from a biosecurity questionnaire into scores, helping to quantify the effectiveness of biosecurity measures on pig farms."
Meet the guest: Dr. Jeroen Dewulf, professor and department chair at Ghent University, specializes in swine disease epidemiology and biosecurity. With a PhD focused on controlling classical swine fever, he has developed tools to quantify biosecurity measures, aiding farms worldwide in disease prevention.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn
- (00:00) Introduction
- (01:30) Biosecurity quantification
- (03:28) Biosecurity questionnaire and scoring system
- (04:44) Benefits of biosecurity tools
- (07:07) Global use and benchmarking
- (11:40) Practical application and plans
- (12:49) Closing thoughts
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