The Netherlands: Fine for mixing pigs in slaughterhouse
Enforcement action against slaughterhouses that mix groups of pigs upon arrival at the slaughterhouse will be taken starting August 15.
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55th AASV Annual Meeting summary: Miscellaneous
Antonio Palomo summarizes the presentations from the latest AASV, ranging from the future of the veterinary profession to the eradication of diseases, hog prices, and experiences in improving pig survival.
Spain strengthens border controls on agri-food exports and imports
The Government has established a common integrated system of official border controls for agri-food exports and imports.
The Netherlands seeks to ban use of electric prods in livestock
The aim is to prevent animal abuse. In practice, electroshock equipment is used too often and not according to the rules.
EESC issues an opinion on animal transport
The European Economic and Social Committee has issued an opinion on the proposal for an EP and Council regulation on the protection of animals during transport.
UK: Export of live animals banned
The legislation delivers on a key manifesto commitment to ban the export of live animals including cattle, sheep, and pigs for slaughter and fattening from Great Britain.
On-farm vaccine handling (I): Transport and on-farm reception
To ensure vaccines work properly, we must carefully control certain critical points in their handling.
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Biocheck is an innovative tool that objectively quantifies and compares the level of biosecurity on swine farms, identifying areas for improvement.
Topigs Norsvin dam lines. Health
Sánchez-Osorio shares the key points on which Topigs Norsvin's health management is grounded.
Survival of a surrogate ASF virus-like algal virus in feed matrices using a 23-day commercial United States truck transport model
Results demonstrate that ASFV-like nucleocytoplasmic large DNA viruses can retain viability in swine feed matrices during long-term transport across the continental United States.
Novel trailer types for transportation of pigs to slaughter
Effects on trailer microclimate, pig behaviour, physiological response, and meat quality under Canadian summer conditions.
EU proposes new rules to improve animal welfare in transport
The Commission has proposed the biggest reform of EU animal welfare rules during transport in 20 years.
How important is Animal Welfare to Europeans?
Protecting the welfare of animals is essential for Europeans, as shown by the results of a Eurobarometer survey published today.
France presents its priorities in the European welfare review
The European Commission will propose a revision of animal welfare standards in the second half of 2023.
Impacts of Panama Canal drought on global agricultural trade
If the drought continues in the coming months, the impact – including shipment delays and rising costs – would be felt most acutely by agricultural exports transiting from the US (grains and oilseeds).
Missouri makes it a felony to interfere with livestock transportation
The state of Missouri has passed legislation making it a felony to interfere with the transportation of livestock.