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Philippines - Contaminants Laboratory to Raise Confidence for Philippine Food Products in International Market

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The establishment of a contaminants laboratory at the Food Development Center (FDC) of the National Food Authority in Taguig City is expected to raise confidence for the country's agricultural, fisheries and animal foods and food products in the international market.
source: www.da.gov.ph

France – Agreement among professional organizations about the care of farm animals

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On June 22 representatives from different animal producers associations, as well as veterinarians, presented a text project to revise the Rural Code approved last week by parliament members under the Law for the modernization of agriculture and fishing.
source: agriculture.gouv.fr

Pork CRC makes bid for better pig welfare

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Research supported by Australia’s Pork Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) suggests changes to how sows are managed and mated in lactation may enable a smooth transition from stalls to group housing, without reproductive performance declining.

JSR unveil 8500 place pig finishing facility

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Sustained investment in modern weaning and finishing facilities, which incorporate new ideas, science and technology, is vital to the ongoing success and growth of the UK pig Industry.

USA - House subcommittee removes NAIS funding

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The House Appropriations Subcommittee has completed its fiscal 2011 budget and has cut all funding for the voluntary National Animal Identification System. The subcommittee is charged with budgeting for USDA and the Food and Drug Administration programs.
source: www.porkmag.com

Laos - First-time appearance of PRRS

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The veterinary authorities of Laos have informed the OIE about the first-time appearance of PRRS on pork farms in the country.
source: www.oie.int

European Union - Stricter rules on industrial emissions

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Clearer rules and cleaner air are among the aims of the Industrial Emissions Directive approved by the European Parliament on Wednesday. Stricter limits will apply for air pollution for example, although Member States will have some flexibility to extend deadlines for power plants or waive the rules for other installations in special cases.