Brazil: Improved guidelines for FMD surveillance
Amendments concerning the transport of pigs for slaughter and certified swine breeding farms between FMD-free areas with vaccination.
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Germany builds new fence to prevent ASF entering from Poland
The new 62-km fence has been constructed near the border between the German state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and Poland.
EU: ASF cases in wild boar this year already exceeding the 2019 total
From January to first week of July 2020, countries have reported to the ADNS a total of 7185 cases of ASF in wild boar.
UK: Small-scale pig keepers invited to take African swine fever survey
UK Government steps-up its campaign to combat the introduction and spread of the pig disease African swine fever.
Colombia: CSF suspected in Bolivar
As a result of epidemiological surveillance efforts in Bolivar, the ICA investigated three reports of disease in pigs consistent with classical swine fever (CSF).
Global action needed now to halt spread of ASF
The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) and FAO launch a joint initiative for the Global Control of African swine fever.
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Senate combates "veterinary deserts" in France
The Senate adopted an unprecedented mesure to combat "veterinary deserts" - the shortage of veterinarians in rural areas.
Brazilian pork exports continue to increase
The volume exported so far in 2020 exceeds the 2019 balance for the same period by 37.01%.
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NewsASF continues in Romania
Active ASF cases are down from the beginning of the year, but still high compared to last year.
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NewsGlobal ASF situational report April - June 2020
An overview of the African swine fever outbreak situation in wild boar and domestic pigs for Asia, Africa, and Europe, according to reporting to the OIE.
Russia discusses developing an ASF vaccine
The Russian Ministry of Agriculture held a meeting on the prospects for developing a vaccine against African swine fever virus in the Russian Federation.
Belgium: Antibiotic use in animals reduces significantly
A clear decrease in the use of antibiotics in animals was reported again in 2019. This is also reflected in the decrease in antibiotic resistance.
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Latvia confirms its first ASF outbreak in domestic pigs this year
The first 3 cases of ASF in backyard pigs this year have been confirmed in Kuldīgas.
Philippines: First agrifood import inspection facility established
The government will strengthen border control inspections for imported animals, plants, meat, and other farm and fishery products arriving in major international seaports in the country.
US: Pseudorabies found in feral pig in Central Oregon
A feral pig from Central Oregon sampled for disease as part of a surveillance program tested positive for Pseudorabies (PRV).
New structure to make FAO agile and efficient
The Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), QU Dongyu, presented to the FAO Council a second set of measures to reform the UN agency.
US: APHIS to invest $27 million in foot-and-mouth disease vaccine in case of outbreak
This new program adds to the nation’s level of protection against this devastating disease. In the event of an outbreak, officials would decide if and how to use the available vaccine.
Germany: Industry discussion on the future of the meat industry
Federal and state governments and the meat industry discuss readjustment along the entire chain: improved animal welfare, fair prices, and better working conditions.
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NewsAntimicrobial resistance in the Netherlands remains stable
Antibiotic usage in veal calves and pigs decreased compared to 2018.
US to develop ASF/CSF-monitored certification program
APHIS announces a pilot project to develop an monitored certification program for these high-consequence swine diseases.
Nigeria reports unexpected change in ASF mortality
African swine fever mortality has increased drastically in two states.
Colombia sets livestock zoning for FMD
Under Resolution 7,The OIE World Assembly of Delegates established four separate zones to preserve the country's FMD-free status with vaccination.
Russia deemed free from FMD without vaccination by the OIE
The previously earned status was restored for most of the country, improving its export possibilities.
ASF Italy: Sardinia going on 14 months without positive cases
For over 14 months, there have been no positive cases of ASF virus in domestic, free-ranging, or wild pigs on the island of Sardinia.