Dr. Daniel Gascho & Dr. Steve Tousignant: Managing PRRS | Ep. 311

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Daniel Gascho from Four Star Veterinary Service and Dr. Steve Tousignant from Vaxxinova US explore the challenges of the PRRS virus in swine herds. They share hands-on strategies for building immunity, making smart vaccination decisions, and managing co-infections. You’ll also hear their take on regional risk planning and how to tighten up biosecurity. Listen now on all major platforms!

"PRRS vaccines are like an insurance policy. You never want to need them, but if an outbreak happens, you will be glad you had protection in place." - Dr. Daniel Gascho

Meet the guests:

Dr. Daniel Gascho earned his DVM from Purdue University and is a consulting veterinarian and partner at Four Star Veterinary Service, where he supports producers across the Midwest in swine health strategies. 

Dr. Steve Tousignant holds a DVM and PhD from the University of Minnesota and directs the Swine Business Unit at Vaxxinova US, specializing in PRRS epidemiology and vaccine development.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:26) Introduction
• (03:31) PRRS management strategies
• (07:56) Gilt immunity planning
• (13:42) Handling co-infections
• (15:40) Barriers to effective control
• (22:46) Regional outbreak planning
• (28:56) Final three questions

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