Genomics as the key to unlocking ASF virus circulation
Inside the genome of the African swine fever virus: a giant that is difficult to decipher. CEREP uses genomics to study the virus's circulation in Italy and beyond.
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Tonsil scrubbing as a tool for monitoring chronic carriers of the PRRS virus
Tonsil scrubbing using sponge catheters demonstrates a greater capacity for virus detection compared to sera from infected sows.
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FAQs about the measures implemented in response to the current ASF outbreak in wild boar in Spain
We answer frequently asked questions from the public regarding the recent measures implemented to control the outbreak of African swine fever detected in wild boars in Barcelona, Spain.
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NewsSpain confirms first case of ASF
It involves two wild boars dead, found 1 km apart from each other in the province of Barcelona.
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Implementing a user-friendly format to analyze PRRSV NGS results and associating breeding herd performance with nr of PRRSV strains and recombinations
Four years of ASF in Italy: Lessons learned and outlook
Almost four years after the first case of African swine fever was detected in Italy, the epidemic continues to pose a complex challenge for the country's health and wildlife management. Since January 2022, the virus has appeared in four distinct geographical areas. These were independent introductions of certain anthropogenic origin, occurring at different times and environmental contexts.
APVS 2025: Building a Sustainable Future for Asian Pig Production
Over 1,600 professionals gathered in Fukuoka - where 333 participated as media partner of the event.
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NewsArgentina launches new national plan for the control and eradication of Aujeszky's disease
SENASA shared the surveillance, control, and eradication actions for this disease affecting the swine industry.
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ArticleIron requirements in today's piglets: Are they being met?
Should we review the iron requirements of piglets?
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NewsSpain signs regionalization agreement with China for ASF
The agreement will allow exports from free zones to continue in the event of an outbreak of African swine fever in Spain.
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ArticleAre we letting our guard down with African swine fever? Are we ready for when the wolf comes? (2/2)
Considering the spread of African swine fever (ASF) globally in recent years, are we prepared for this increased risk?
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Join the "Precision Production of Pigs – Unlocking Profitability Through Managing Variation" webinar
On Wednesday, November 19th at 11:00 CDT (17:00 CET), we invite you to attend this free webinar that will explore how variation in pig performance impacts profitability across the pork supply chain.
333 Emerging Voices: Insight into coronaviruses epidemiology, including SARS-CoV 2 spillover risk, in swine farmed populations
This work investigates the epidemiology of specific and emerging coronaviruses in the pig population. Final thesis at the University of Padua, Italy, advised by Michele Drigo.
With historic results, the 333 Experience Congress LATAM 2025 comes to a close
The 333 Experience Congress LATAM 2025 successfully concluded its sixth edition in Cali, Colombia, establishing itself as the most important technical and business event for Latin American pig farming.
Pigs developed to be resistant to classical swine fever (CSF)
Pigs gain resistance to classical swine fever through gene editing, offering hope for protecting livestock against costly viral disease.
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Are we letting our guard down with African swine fever? The wolf is at the door (1 of 2)
ASF has never spread so widely across the globe. The question is not if it will arrive, but when. The latest outbreaks detected in Europe may provide valuable information as the wolf lurks.
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ArticleSow mortality on Spanish farms: Key factors and strategies for improvement
Increased productivity has not come without consequences. Sows face greater physiological demands, which translates into a higher metabolic load, increased nutritional requirements, and, in many cases, increased mortality on farms. This phenomenon is of particular concern in Spain.
333 attends Vietstock 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City
From October 8 to 10, the 333 team attended Vietstock 2025, Vietnam’s leading international exhibition for the feed, livestock, and meat industries, held at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City.
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ArticleEvolution of lung lesions in recent years: What information can we learn from this?
Assessing lung lesions at slaughter is useful for monitoring their evolution over time, and thus estimating the effectiveness of the measures implemented to control these diseases.
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The choice of cut-off point influences sensitivity, specificity, and the occurrence of false positives or negatives. We explain why the timing of collection and the purpose of the test make a difference in interpreting the results.
333 Emerging Voices - Long-distance airborne transmission of PRRSV: a systematic review
This work presents a systematic review of the available scientific literature on the long-distance airborne transmission of PRRSV. Final thesis at the College of Veterinary Medicine, UAB, Spain, advised by Enric Mateu.
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