U.S: Trial period extended on swine slaughter line speeds
The modified time-limited trial will continue through January 15, 2025.
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NOVUS acquires enzyme company BioResource International, Inc.
Acquisition aims to strengthen the company’s portfolio and innovation goals.
European pork exports fall to 10-year lows
In 2023, the EU exported 4.21 million tons of pork and pork products, a value similar to that of 2013, with 4.26 million tons.
China adjusts target number of sows
This revision adjusted the national target number of reproductive sows from 41 million to 39 million.
UK government brings in Veterinary Medicines Regulations legislation
Legislation being introduced will make regulations more effective and maintain the UK as an attractive place to market veterinary medicines.
Albania reports first case of ASF
The outbreak started in two wild boars in northeast Albania.
Significant increase in Russian pork exports in 2023
After a decline in 2022, exports of pork products increased by 59% in 2023.
AASV recognizes 2024 Swine Practitioner of the Year
Dr. Matt Allerson was named the 2024 Swine Practitioner of the Year by the American Association of Swine Veterinarians.
WelFarmers: European project to award best practice in pig welfare
The EU-funded project ‘WelFarmers’, involving 17 partners from 8 European countries, will award farms with best practices in animal welfare and disseminate the results.
Continued efforts needed to fight antimicrobial resistance (AMR)
Resistance of Salmonella and Campylobacter bacteria to commonly used antimicrobials continues to be observed frequently in humans and animals, according to EFSA.
Benoit Anquetil appointed as Strategic Portfolio Management Director Specialties and BU Director EMEA at Royal Agrifirm Group
Royal Agrifirm Group, a Dutch agricultural cooperative, active worldwide in the production and supply of products and services for animal feed and the cultivation and protection of crops, announces the appointment of Benoit Anquetil as its new Strategic Portfolio Management Director Specialties and BU Director EMEA. As a seasoned industry expert with over three decades of experience, Anquetil started his journey with the company on February 19th, 2024.
Three Russian companies permitted to export pork to China
Products produced after the registration date will be accepted for shipment.
Agriculture ministers discussed the current crisis and challenges
Rapid and structural responses to the crisis situation facing the agricultural sector
EU consumers support new laws for better farm animal welfare
A new survey carried out in 8 EU countries1 shows that most consumers support better welfare for the animals raised for food and expect EU decision makers to act.