In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Virginie Blanvillain from AB Vista explores the role of gut microbiome biomarkers in modern swine nutrition. She unpacks the relevance of microbial function over taxonomy, how inflammation indicators like calprotectin provide insight, and why sample-based data may revolutionize decision-making in production. Learn practical ways to monitor gut health in your herd. Listen now on all major platforms!

“The advantage of the gut health markers is that they help understand what’s happening inside the animal at a given point in time.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Virginie Blanvillain earned her Ph.D. and Master's in Animal Nutrition from AgroParisTech, France. She brings global experience across research and industry, with deep expertise in swine nutrition, gut health, and biomarker-based diagnostics. As Global Services Manager at AB Vista, she helps advance nutritional solutions that support intestinal integrity in monogastrics.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:31) Introduction
• (04:24) Gut health definition
• (05:56) Key gut markers
• (09:14) AI or traditional analysis
• (13:26) Sampling strategies
• (17:12) Predictive biomarker potential
• (23:50) Closing thoughts

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AB Vista

* SunHy

* Adisseo

* Cid Lines

* Vaxxinova

* National Pork Board

- dsm-firmenich

- Eastman

- Pharmacosmos

- Lucta

- Fortiva

- Pancopia™

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Brett Kaysen, senior vice president of producer and state engagement lead at the National Pork Board, outlines a bold strategy for the pork industry's future. He explores how national and state collaborations are strengthening the U.S. pork supply chain, why swine health must take center stage, and the importance of youth involvement for long-term sustainability. Hear how leadership, strategy, and grassroots action are shaping tomorrow’s industry. Listen now on all major platforms!

"It’s all about driving demand, partnering with our states, and making for a healthier swineherd."

Meet the guest: Dr. Brett Kaysen serves as senior vice president of producer and state engagement lead at the National Pork Board. With a Ph.D. in Animal Sciences from Colorado State University, his leadership spans academia, industry, and youth development. From advancing swine sustainability to leading grassroots collaborations, Dr. Kaysen brings over 20 years of insight to the pork sector.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:36) Introduction
• (04:56) Driving pork demand
• (07:42) State collaboration strategy
• (12:16) Serving diverse producers
• (17:24) Health strategies
• (24:08) Engaging the next generation
• (34:13) Final three questions

The Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* National Pork Board

* SunHy

* Adisseo

* Cid Lines

* Vaxxinova

- AB Vista

- dsm-firmenich

- Eastman

- Pharmacosmos

- Lucta

- Fortiva

- Pancopia™

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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I'm Dr. Clayton Johnson, and I’m excited to bring you a special new series on The Swine it Podcast Show: the Personalities Series.

In this series, we spotlight the people behind the stories: from industry mentors to unexpected voices with a unique connection to pig farming.

Kicking things off is Dr. Bret Marsh, Dean of Purdue’s College of Veterinary Medicine. With decades in veterinary public service, he shares insights on disease preparedness, evolving biosecurity, and how academia is helping drive swine health forward. Tune in now to hear from the people protecting our industry and guiding its future!

"Doing more listening than talking allows stakeholders to discover common ground and build practical animal health strategies together."

Meet the guest: Dr. Bret Marsh earned both his bachelor’s degree in animal sciences and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Purdue University. Now serving as Dean of Purdue’s College of Veterinary Medicine, he brings decades of experience in public service. Focused on One Health, education, and disease preparedness, Dr. Marsh is helping shape the future of swine health and veterinary leadership.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:47) Introduction
• (08:28) Swine disease programs
• (12:33) Industry collaboration
• (23:42) Transition to academia
• (28:41) One Health explained
• (35:55) Future of extension
• (40:10) Closing thoughts

The Swine it Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* National Pork Board

* Vaxxinova

* SunHy

* Adisseo

* Cid Lines

- Pancopia™

- AB Vista

- dsm-firmenich

- Eastman

- Pharmacosmos

- Lucta

- Fortiva

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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