New database for EU geographical indications
This new system will simplify the search for information about Geographical Indications and increase transparency for producers, national authorities and anyone curious about European GIs.
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EU: Protecting farmers and quality products
The Agriculture Committee approved the first batch of proposals to improve EU farm policy so that it better meets farmers’ and consumers’ expectations.
ASF: France creates a third wild boar culling area
The creation of a third white area within the fenced area as a shield against African swine fever is expected.
USA: APHIS is launching a new Pests and Diseases webpage
The new page lists all pest and disease programs managed by APHIS as part of its mission to protect American agriculture and natural resources.
USDA adds China to list of regions with African Swine Fever
APHIS took this action on August 6, 2018 when the disease was confirmed and are now publishing notice in the regulations.
European pork exports record figures
The increase by 14% in the European pork exports to China make the total exports rise to a record figure for a month of January.
ASF in Vietnam: 21 provinces affected
Vietnam has confirmed 209 African swine fever outbreaks in 21 provinces.
USA: Pork essentially free of veterinary drug residues
In a survey of more than a thousand pork kidney samples, none were found to have veterinary drugs at levels that even approached close to U.S. regulatory limits.
China: Strengthening ASF detection during slaughter
The MARD released its notice no.7 on ‘Strengthening ASF detection during slaughter’, recognizing that the detection of ASF in the slaughtering process is an effective means for cutting off the route of transmission of the virus.
Denmark: deficiencies in the cleaning and disinfection after transport
According to the control carried out, 4 out of 10 pig transport lorries are not cleaned nor disinfected correctly.
Bulgaria: ASF eradication plan in wild boars
After checking the plan presented by Bulgaria last December, the Commission has decided to authorise it.
Canada responding to the threat of ASF
New funding of up to $31 million to increase the number of detector dogs at Canadian airports to help prevent illegally imported meat products from entering into Canada.
Swine production in the EU: What will come in 2019?
Less slaughters, higher weights, similar meat production, increase of exports to China ...
Spain: National Plan against Antibiotic Resistances approved
The Plan foresees a drop in antibiotic consumption and the development of sectorial regulations that include the correct use of antibiotics and the surveillance of their consumption.
UK: Fourth case of Swine Dysentery confirmed in one day
The cases continue the worrying escalation of outbreaks in recent weeks.
Tips for travelers to help keep ASF out of the US
Travelers will see some changes at airports as USDA works with CBP to increase screenings of passenger baggage.