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Diagnostic tests for pleuropneumonia (Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae) (2/2)

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Jill Thomson
Diagnostic tests for pleuropneumonia (<i>Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae</i>) (2/2)
The best approach is to submit dead pigs or live affected pigs to the diagnostic laboratory for post-mortem examination.

Diagnostic tests for pleuropneumonia (Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae) (1/2)

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Jill Thomson
Diagnostic tests for pleuropneumonia (<i>Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae</i>) (1/2)
There are 15 recognised serotypes of APP (designated 1 – 15) that greatly differ in their virulence potential.

Progressive Zoning Approach in the Final Phase of FMD Control and Eradication in the Philippines (2/2)

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Progressive Zoning Approach in the Final Phase of FMD Control and Eradication in the Philippines (2/2)
As a result of dedicated implementation of guidelines for the progressive zoning approach, the zero case scenarios was sustained to date, with continuous complementation of stricter animal movement management and sustained cooperation of all concerned stake holders. Luzon at present is virtually divided into three zones.

Progressive Zoning Approach in the Final Phase of FMD Control and Eradication in the Philippines (1/2)

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Progressive Zoning Approach in the Final Phase of FMD Control and Eradication in the Philippines (1/2)
The recognition of Mindanao and Visayas-Palawan-Masbate by OIE as FMD free zones without vaccination were two of the most significant achievements by the National FMD Control and Eradication Project.

Diagnostic tests for urinary disease

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Stan Done
Diagnostic tests  for urinary disease
Complete examination of the urinary system is possible on a post mortem examination.

Dimension and design of the farrowing unit

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Bjarne K. Pedersen
Dimension and design of the farrowing unit
The Danish pig producers’ research organisation has tested a number of different designs. They recommend pen dimensions of 2.7x1.8 m to accommodate modern prolific breeds.

Recent update on swine health in Asian swine industries

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Satoshi Otake
Recent update on swine health in Asian swine industries
More advanced scientific knowledge and technology on swine health is needed for the swine producing countries in Asia, in order that they can develop to become competitive in global swine business in the future.
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