Temporal dynamics and intra-farm variability of animal welfare indicators in fattening pigs
This study highlighted the possible differences that may arise in WQ® scoring depending on the time of the assessment during a growing period.
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Panama moves towards coordinated national strategy under "One Health" approach
The country brought together ministers from three sectors and international organizations to coordinate an intersectoral response to sanitary threats.
European Pig Producers Congress 2026 puts Poland and the future of EU pig production in focus
20 to 22 May in Poland – Fully booked with about 250 participants from 18 different countries are expected to attend.
From feedmill to food system: VIV Europe 2026 addresses the industry's most critical challenges
Over 70 sessions across three days address the industry's most pressing challenges — from artificial intelligence and sustainability to food security and global market resilience.
Colombia: Pig sector accounts for 26.5% of feed production in 2025
Animal feed production in Colombia reached a record high of 13.2 million tons in 2025, with pig farming consolidating its position as the second most important destination for the industry, above livestock, pets, and aquaculture.
Mexico and South Korea strengthen alliance in agri-food safety
Mexican pork is the main meat product imported by the Korean market.
agri benchmark Academy 2026: Future leaders of global pig production meet in Finland
From June 1–4, 2026, young pig farmers, researchers, companies, and industry experts from around the world will gather in Seinäjoki, Finland, to discuss the future of pig production.
German pig farming associations call for national sow husbandry program
The German Cattle and Pig Association (BRS), the German Farmers’ Association (DBV), the German Raiffeisen Association (DRV), and the German Pig Farmers’ Interest Group (ISN) are calling for a national special program for sow housing.
German Cabinent approves mandatory video surveillance in slaughterhouses
The Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMLEH) is pushing ahead with the introduction of mandatory video surveillance in slaughterhouses.
EuroTier 2026: World’s leading trade fair for animal husbandry professionals opens ticket shop
EuroTier 2026, the world’s leading trade fair for animal farming and livestock management, will take place together with EnergyDecentral, the international leading trade fair for decentralized energy supply, from 10 to 13 November 2026 in Hanover, Germany. The ticket shop is now open.
Mexico and IICA sign agreement to modernize livestock health and traceability through 2031
The 2026-2028 Collaboration Plan prioritizes animal traceability, health intelligence, and pest control, with an investment of approximately $6 million.
Panama updates its national Plan Against Antimicrobial Resistance 2026-2030 with a One Health approach
MIDA participated in an international symposium supported by South Korea, the World Bank, and OPS to coordinate efforts across the agricultural, human, and environmental sectors.
Global pork industry: first update of USDA estimates for 2026
In its most recent report, "Livestock and Poultry: World Markets and Trade", USDA projects slight growth in global pork production in 2026, driven by developments in the United States, Brazil, China, and Canada, while African swine fever in Spain would continue to put downward pressure on production and exports in the European Union
Evaluation of the efficacy of commercial disinfectants against African swine fever virus
These preliminary results can be used to target research on disinfectants which contain active ingredients with known efficacy against ASFV.
Panama launches mobile app for real-time reporting of animal diseases
MIDA presents "Alerta Animal" in Chiriquí, with support from the regional health organization (OIRSA) and participation of livestock associations..
FAO and USDA join efforts to contain African swine fever in the Dominican Republic
The National Swine Biosecurity Plan has certified that farms that produce 25% of the country's commercial pork and estimated that USD 40 million in two years.