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NewsASF: China’s share of world pigmeat imports
China Agricultural Outlook (2019 –2028) provides projections for agricultural markets that incorporate the effects of the ASF outbreak on the country’s pigmeat market.
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Philippines reinforces measures against African Swine Fever
Following the reported outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) in neighboring Asian countries, the Department of Agriculture (DA) continues to reinforce stringent import policies, early detection, and strict biosecurity measures to protect the country’s swine industry.
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NewsPhilippines bans German pork imports over ASF fears
The ban was imposed after it was discovered that a shipment of pork supposedly coming from Germany was found to contain boxes of pork from Poland, a country which has cases of the African Swine Fever.
ASF in Belgium: new restrictions to circulation in the forests
After the assessment, the circulation is forbidden in 7,000 new hectares as of June 1st.
Brazil intensifies the measures to prevent the entry of ASF
The Ministry has intensified the information to travellers in airports and border checkpoints to prevent the entry of ASF into Brazil.
Malaysia increases precautions against African swine fever
The spreading of the African swine fever virus in Asia expands the fear of infection between the Asian ASF-free countries
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NewsASF in China: the prices of pork make inflation soar
The prices of food rose by 7.7% in March, the greatest rise in the last seven years. The increase in the price of pork due to the decrease in production caused by African swine fever, as well as that of fruit and vegetables due to the bad weather are the main causes.
New Multi-Partner Trust Fund launched to combat Antimicrobial Resistance globally
The Tripartite - a joint effort by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) and the World Health Organization (WHO), launched the AMR Multi-Partner Trust Fund, which is being supported by an initial contribution of $5 million from the Government of the Netherlands.
Qu Dongyu of China elected FAO Director-General
Qu Dongyu received a total of 108 votes out of 191 cast, constituting a majority in the first round.
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NewsLaos confirms ASF for the first time
All outbreaks have been confirmed in the province of Saravane.
Poland: increase in ASF cases in domestic pigs
After detecting only 2 cases in domestic pigs between January and May, 5 new ASF cases have been confirmed in June.
ASF Vietnam: Hanoi has culled more than 20% of its pig census
More than 387,500 pigs infected with African swine fever (ASF) have been culled in Hanoi, this representing 20.7% of the total pigs raised.
African Swine Fever
All the information about ASF: how to recognize the disease, how it is transmitted, pictures of lesions, latest news, guides, etc.
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NewsASF in China: financial support for pig farms
The aim of the aids is to stabilise pig production after the important drop suffered caused by the ASF epidemics.
ASF: Colombia forbids the presence of pigs at the Agroexpo 2019
Through Resolution No. 7819 of 2019, that modifies the animal health authorisation for the 22nd edition of the Agroexpo, the ICA will not allow the presence of pigs at the fair to avoid the possible entry of ASF.
Biosecurity and transboundary animal diseases: Council conclusions
The conclusions highlight the risks posed by the human factor and the role of communication and awareness campaigns in mitigating those risks.
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NewsOIE: New official disease status
OIE’s official disease status can be issued for six priority diseases. These status are of major importance to OIE Members and are of great significance for international trade as they constitute an official reference for the World Trade Organization (WTO). They reflect the level of transparency and quality of the Veterinary Services of the country, increase the value of its livestock sector and facilitate regional and international trade of animals and animal products.
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NewsBelgium: more steps towards the reduction of wild boar population
The goal is to completely eliminate wild boars from the African Swine Fever affected areas before the end of 2019.
Canada presents joint action plan on African swine fever
The Americas have made progress in prevention and preparedness to keep ASF out of the region.
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NewsGermany: important decrease in the use of antibiotics in pigs
QS has published its report on the use of antibiotics in animals between 2014 and 2018.
ASF introduction to the UK is still considered to be medium
Despite the spread of ASF to China, Mongolia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Hong Kong and North Korea, the current risk of ASF introduction to the UK is still considered to be medium.
ASF in Vietnam: more than 2 million pigs culled
ASF outbreaks have been confirmed in 52 provinces and towns, with the total number of culled pigs exceeding 2.2 million heads.
The U.S. and EU: Animal pharmaceutical industries in the age of antibiotic resistance
Integrating data from many sources, the ERS-USDA report analyzes the trends in sales of veterinary antibi-otics and new product development by the U.S. and EU animal pharma industries.
Canada: PED update cases in Manitoba
Manitoba Pork can now confirm 21 cases of PED in 2019.
Whole genome sequencing shows promise in fight against AMR
The use of whole genome sequencing can improve the way antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is monitored in food and animals, EFSA says in a new report.