ASF Germany: Saxony establishes a restricted zone
To prevent the spread of ASF in Saxony, the state has issued a decree defining a restricted zone with special regulations for hunters, pig farmers, and the general public.
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Pharmgate Animal Health: The 3 keys to delivering water-soluble medication effectively
When treating pigs, focus on water quality, mixing protocols and water system cleanliness.
Practical guidelines for oral fluids collection
What are the most common mistakes when using oral fluid? How to make the most of this diagnostic technique.
EVAC Webinar by Inovet- Colistin use in animals: ‘no evidence of risk to public health’
Recordings of the European Veterinary Antibiotics Conference are now available. The 2020 edition of the EVAC focused on the much-debated colistin molecule and the potential consequences of overregulation.
ASF China: Illegally transported pigs to blame for majority of outbreaks in 2020
Illegally transported pigs infected with African swine fever represent the majority of cases reported in China in 2020. Cases of ASF on farms and in one wild boar have also been reported.
Philippines lifts temporary ban on pork and pig imports from Belgium
Following Belgium's self-declared "ASF free" status, the Philippines has lifted the temporary ban on the import of domestic pigs, pork, and semen originating from Belgium.
Belgium applies to regain ASF "free" status
On October 27, Belgium submitted an application to the European Commission and the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) to regain its African swine fever "free" status.
ASF Germany: Positive case outside existing core areas
New African swine fever situation: 11 more cases confirmed, including one positive case outside existing core areas
Antibiotic reduction strategies for pig farms: Perspective from global pig health experts
In this first article of our series, we will compare and contrast the perspectives of four pig health experts from some of the most important pork producing countries (i.e. USA, Italy, Denmark and Spain) on antibiotic reduction strategies for pig farms.
ASF Germany: First case in Saxony in wild boar
ASF has been detected in Saxony for the first time in a wild boar, according to the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL).
Russia: Traces of ASF virus found in processed pig products
As ASF continues to spread in Russia, the detection of the virus in finished food products indicates that infected animals were slaughtered and processed, revealing insufficient measures to combat ASF.
Colombia still in the fight to control CSF
Officials from the Colombian Agriculture Institute (ICA), have been working in the departments of Vaupés and Bolívar to maintain zones free of classical swine fever (CSF) and zones with low prevalence.
ASF Germany: Case count tops 100
The number of confirmed ASF cases in Germany has reached 103, all within Brandenburg.
Situational update of ASF in Asia and the Pacific - October 2020
Summary of the ongoing and resolved African swine fever outbreaks in Asia during the period from October 2 to October 15, 2020.
Animab start-up secures 3.4 M€ seed investment to improve livestock health and performance
Animab, a venture spin-off from VIB, develops monoclonal antibodies for oral administration to ensure intestinal health of livestock.
Boehringer Ingelheim and Henke-Sass, Wolf develop innovative needle free injection device for pigs
This novel device will bring benefits to swine producers ensuring improved safety and efficacy of vaccination.