In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Gabi Doughan from Iowa State University explores the overlooked yet critical role of water quality in swine production. She breaks down the science behind biofilms, water line disinfection strategies, and how pathogens can persist in poorly maintained systems. Learn practical steps for monitoring and improving water systems to protect pig health and performance. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Pigs actually will consume 2 to 2 and a half times their amount of water versus their feed by volume."

Meet the guest: Dr. Gabi Doughan is a swine veterinarian and Technical Project Specialist at Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She holds a DVM, a Master’s in Veterinary Preventative Medicine, and a PhD in Population Sciences in Animal Health, all from Iowa State. Her research focuses on water biosecurity, water quality, and biofilm management in swine production systems

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What you will learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:25) Introduction
• (01:50) Water quality
• (03:06) Monitoring methods
• (04:00) Water’s impact on health
• (05:57) Disinfection steps
• (07:12) Treating sow farms
• (10:21) Closing thoughts

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