Ten years of ASF in the EU: How has the disease evolved?
After a decade of outbreaks in domestic pigs and wild boar, African swine fever remains a challenge in Europe.
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Netherlands eases measures after foot and mouth disease in Germany
The Netherlands has no cases of foot and mouth disease after extensive testing, so restrictions on veal calf farms are reduced.
U.S. Swine Health Improvement Plan - Request for public comments
APHIS is requesting public comments on a proposal to establish a voluntary livestock improvement program to improve biosecurity, traceability, and disease surveillance for swine health.
New foot and mouth disease case ruled out in Germany
Tests performed by the Friedrich-Loeffler-Institut on samples from a suspect goat ruled out foot-and-mouth disease.
Emergency measures relating to foot and mouth disease in Germany
The EU adopts urgent measures to prevent the spread of foot-and-mouth disease and protect trade.
Canada: Alberta launches small-scale swine disease surveillance project
The main goal of this project is surveillance and early detection of federally and provincially reportable diseases.
Dramatic increase in ASF cases in the EU in 2023
EFSA has just published its annual epidemiological report on African swine fever (ASF).
Philippines: Hog restocking in Negros Occidental set for second quarter
After controlling African swine fever and hog cholera, Negros Occidental Province is set to commence hog restocking in the second quarter of this year.
U.S. partnership to improve early detection of emerging animal diseases
The new partnership will enhance the capabilities and capacities of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility.
How to face an outbreak of African swine fever in wild boar?
A scientific review and expert consultation reveals the keys to controlling an outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) in wild boar in Spain.
U.S. opens new national bio and agro-defense facility
This facility is the first of its kind in the United States and will allow scientists to study and diagnose critical animal diseases.
U.S. introduces Animal Health Bill
The legislation reauthorizes animal disease prevention and management programs and provides funding through 2028.
UK: Seneca Valley Virus confirmed in pigs in England
Five cases of Seneca Valley Virus in pigs have been confirmed for the first time in the United Kingdom.
Italy: ASF update one year after confirmation
A brief summary of the African swine fever situation in Italy after the presence of the disease was confirmed in January 2022.
Italy: trade in pigs and pig products from Sardinia will be authorised
The current epidemiological situation of African swine fever (ASF) in Sardinia has allowed the reopening of the pork trade.
Canada invests in animal health emergency prevention and response
Funding for two recipient organizations will help the sector increase its capacity to face animal health emergencies including African swine fever.