In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Darwin Reicks from Reicks Veterinary Research & Consulting unpacks the key challenges of pathogen transmission through boar semen in swine production. From the risks of PRRS and Senecavirus to the limitations of current diagnostic protocols, he outlines what producers need to know. Discover how semen testing and boar stud monitoring contribute to stronger reproductive biosecurity. Listen now on all major platforms!
"Any virus with systemic circulation or affinity for reproductive tissue is likely to be shed in semen."
Meet the guest: Dr. Darwin Reicks earned his B.S. and DVM from Iowa State University. With over 31 years of swine veterinary experience, he currently leads Reicks Veterinary Research & Consulting. His extensive research and global consulting have made him a recognized authority in disease control and reproductive health in pigs.
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What you will learn:
- (00:00) Highlight
- (01:25) Introduction
- (05:32) Disease transmission in semen
- (09:36) PRRS elimination
- (19:01) Boar monitoring
- (24:52) Testing and logistics
- (28:15) Reducing transmission risks
- (36:50) Closing thoughts
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