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ISU develops test for Japanese encephalitis virus
Having a federally approved JEV test ready would help mitigate the damage of a possible outbreak.
55th AASV Annual Meeting summary: Miscellaneous
Antonio Palomo summarizes the presentations from the latest AASV, ranging from the future of the veterinary profession to the eradication of diseases, hog prices, and experiences in improving pig survival.
Dr. Emmanuelle Soubeyran takes up position as new WOAH Director General
Dr Emmanuelle Soubeyran officially takes up her position as the new Director General for a five-year tenure from 2024.
Strategies to ensure feed safety
In this series of articles, we discuss the main concepts of safety and preventive measures to ensure the safety and quality of swine feed.
New case of ASF in domestic pigs in Hesse, Germany
The affected farm is in Trebur and houses about 1,800 domestic pigs.
Canada’s ASF early detection surveillance program expands to wild pigs
CanSpotASF has expanded its diagnostic screening to include invasive wild pigs sampling.
Spain strengthens border controls on agri-food exports and imports
The Government has established a common integrated system of official border controls for agri-food exports and imports.
Germany redefines ASF restricted zones
To combat African swine fever, the Ministry of Agriculture has redefined the affected areas. The regulations for hunters in the zones are different.
Further ASF outbreaks in domestic pig herds in Germany
Two new outbreaks of African swine fever (ASF) have been reported in domestic pig herds in southern Groß-Gerau. Containment measures are in place.
Pig manure treatment strategies for mitigating the spread of antibiotic resistance
The human factor: Are we ready to eradicate PRRS?
Farmer profiling to understand their objections or willingness towards PRRS elimination using the ADKAR change management model.
Germany: Second outbreak of ASF in domestic pigs in Hesse
The affected farm near Stockstadt (Groß-Gerau district) has more than 1,100 pigs.
Germany to use drones for ASF control
Germany has implemented drones to control the spread of African swine fever (ASF).
Vietnam: Need to tighten animal slaughter management in localities
Animal slaughter management is lax in many localities, leading to decreasing quality of livestock products, and increasing the risk of food safety and hygiene.
A record year for Innov’Space
2024 is a record year in terms of awarded stars and special “Judges’ Top Choice” commendations for Innov’Space: 48 innovations have been awarded by the jury.