Lithuania: placement of wild-boar repellents in the border area with Belarus
On 1 October, first repellent holders have been placed in the 30 km stretch in Vilnius region.
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Mexico wants to declare its national territory as Aujeszky's disease free
The SENASICA, the producers and the state authorities are carrying out animal health actions so Mexico reaches, in 2014, the Aujeszky's disease free status.
Russia informs the OIE about new foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks
The outbreaks are located near the Chinese border.
Meta-analysis of feed intake and growth responses of growing pigs after a sanitary challenge
The results of this study can be used to quantify the effects of a sanitary challenge in growth models of pigs.
Ukraine will strengthen border control with Russia and Belarus due to the threat of African swine fever
The Minister said that the reorganization of State Veterinary and Phytosanitary Service of Ukraine provided the prevention of ASF entrance.
The Economic Impacts of Foot and Mouth Disease – What are they, how big are they and where do they occur?
This paper estimates that annual impact of FMD in terms of visible production losses and vaccination in endemic regions alone amount to between US$6.5 and 21 billion.
Russia: new outbreak of foot and mouth disease
Russia has confirmed an outbreak of foot and mouth disease in Bogdanovka village (Krasnokamensky District, Zabajkal'Skij Kray).
Belarus adopts additional measures to contain ASF
Additional measures to eliminate and curb the spread of African swine fever were passed in Belarus.
Denmark: increase of MRSA in pigs
Compared to 2011, the number of MRSA-positive pigs for slaughter has increased significantly: From 44% in 2011 to 77% in 2012.
United States: antibiotic resistance threats, 2013
CDC estimates that in the United States, more than two million people are sickened every year with antibiotic-resistant infections, with at least 23,000 dying as a result.
United States: ISU veterinary researchers develop new test to detect PEDV antibodies
The new test, called an immunofluorescence antibody or indirect fluorescent antibody assay and conducted using blood samples from pigs.
Genomics and pig health
One of the greatest long-term potentials for genomic selection is to identify specific genes or genomic regions with a significant impact on pig health and to aid selection for disease resistance and/or disease tolerance.
Commission provides financial support to 4 Member States to combat African Swine Fever
A EU co-financed programme amounting to almost 2.5m EUR for Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland to prevent African Swine Fever (ASF).
Ohio State researcher develops innovative vaccine for profit-draining swine virus
The new vaccine is also enclosed in biodegradable nanoparticles, which improves its efficacy and its absorption by a pig's immune system.
Russia confirms a new outbreak of foot and mouth disease
The outbreak is near the state border of Russia and China.
Exploring the prevalence of M. hyorinis, M. hyosynoviae, and M. hyopneumoniae, across various age groups using various sampling techniques
Oral fluids PCR was a more sensitive test for detecting animals positive for M. hyorhinis and M. hyosynoviae, while Tween 20 ELISA should be used for M. hyopneumoniae.