Nepal reports ASF for the first time
The first outbreak of African swine fever in Nepal is reported to have started on March 30, 2022.
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Boehringer Ingelheim's TwistPak® mixing platform for swine vaccines brings convenience and flexibility
TwistPak® allows for fresh mixing of Ingelvac CircoFLEX® and Ingelvac MycoFLEX® on farm in less than 5 seconds.
Taiwan cracks down on receiving pork in the mail
To prevent African swine fever, international postal fines will be launched to deter pork products from being carried into the country.
Sask Pork receives $150,000 in funding to evaluate antibiotic use on Saskatchewan hog farms
Sask Pork will receive $150,000 over three years to evaluate antibiotic use on Saskatchewan hog farms.
Clinical case: Unusual ocular manifestation of pseudorabies in suckling piglet
A farm in China observed ocular infection in piglets with pseudorabies virus (Aujeszky's disease), a manifestation of the disease not previously reported.
EU: New study unveils how the CAP is contributing to animal welfare and antimicrobial use reduction
The study provides a snapshot of the situation regarding animal welfare and use of antimicrobials throughout the EU.
A tool for early detection of ASF-infected wild boar carcasses
This paper aims to provide recommendations to design a search strategy to find ASF-infected wild boar carcasses.
Weaning without zinc oxide (3/3): The importance of environment, water, and other factors
This concludes our series of three articles with explanations from Alberto Garcia and Chretien Gielen about the measures to consider to reduce post-weaning diarrhea without the use of zinc oxide. We couldn't end without looking at key aspects such as the environment, water, and use of biologics.
Brazil: Mato Grosso do Sul's foot-and-mouth disease-free status will have positive effects on the pork sector
FMD-free status without vaccination by 2023 will also ensure that the swine industry expands markets for pork.
Brazil: Vaccination campaign against CSF continues
The campaign is part of the pilot project for implementing the strategic plan Brazil Free of Classical Swine Fever (CSF).
France launches new EcoAntibio web portal
Launch of a new ActionAntibio web portal dedicated to EcoAntibio actions in animal sectors to fight against antibiotic resistance.
Canada invests in animal health emergency prevention and response
Funding for two recipient organizations will help the sector increase its capacity to face animal health emergencies including African swine fever.
Merck Animal Health donates $250,000 to ISU for new veterinary diagnostic laboratory
Merck Animal Health’s donation will directly support the new “Science on Display” area which enhances educational opportunities for professional and graduate students, scientists, diagnosticians and practitioners.
ASF in Rome confirmed
African swine fever has been confirmed in a wild boar found in "Grande Raccordo Anulare".
Pulse NeedleFree launches world’s first disposable needle-free injector for livestock
The Pulse FX product line offers pork producers the health and food safety benefits of needle-free, with plug-and-play operational simplicity at a cost comparable to conventional syringes and needles.
Highly pathogenic PRRSV 1-4-4 L1C variant: emergence, sources, and implications to the global industry
This PRRSV strain is affecting the U.S. Understanding where these viruses come from can help us stop this cycle.