About the Guest
Distinguished Service Award Winner Dr. Paul Sundberg retired in 2023 from his notable career, which included practicing veterinary medicine, working for national pork industry organizations and leading the Swine Health Information Center (SHIC). The award is selected by past presidents of the National Pork Board and recognizes individuals who have made invaluable contributions to the pork industry, going above and beyond what is expected of them.
What can you expect to learn from this episode of Popular Pig?
- Explore Dr. Paul Sundberg’s journey from a vet to a pork industry leader.
- Discover breakthroughs in pork safety and needle design that reshaped the industry.
- Learn why pork can now be safely cooked at 145 degrees, enhancing its taste and safety.
- Understand the role of the Swine Health Information Center in preempting pork diseases.
- Paul’s “Golden Nugget”