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IRTA-CReSA attends the International Symposium for CSF
From 23-26th October, the International Symposium for Classical Swine Fever (CSF), organized by the China Institute of Veterinary Drug Control, was held in Beijing with the participation of Dr. Llilianne Ganges from IRTA-CReSA.
Evonik declares force majeure for its methionine production in Antwerp

‘One Health Research, Education and Outreach Centre for Africa’ initiated by Germany’s BMZ
Germany’s parliamentary state secretary, Maria Flachsbarth, and ILRI’s deputy director general, Dieter Schillinger, signed a letter of intent in to formalize a One Health Research Centre for Africa.

Salmonella vaccine now available to UK and Irish pig producers
Pig producers in the UK and Ireland have a new means of defense in the fight against salmonella with the launch of a highly effective salmonella vaccine that has already been well-proven in Germany and Poland.
NPPC launches 'Pork O' Clock' campaign to highlight importance of USMCA agreement

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What is gene editing?
This unfamiliar concept may sound strange to someone outside the industry, but this video explains that we have made breeding choices for thousands of years.

Board appointment for Hugh Crabtree
Hugh Crabtree has been appointed to the board of the Institution of Agricultural Engineers (IAgrE) and has attended his first executive meeting.

Magapor's 4th photography contest
Magapor and the University of Zaragoza organize the 4th photography contest “Just for Pigs” with the theme “SWINE PRODUCTION”.

Vion invests in a dedicated plant-based site in Leeuwarden (NL)
Vion CEO Ronald Lotgerink announced earlier this year to introduce meat alternatives as part of the company’s strategy of building food chains based on the market demand. Vion is now planning to open a dedicated plant-based site in Leeuwarden (NL).

Hog Slat, Inc. Expands in North Carolina with New Store Opening
Hog Slat announces a new store location in Laurinburg, North Carolina to serve swine and poultry producers.
WH Group announces first nine months 2019 results

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Zoetis establishes research facility with Texas A&M University to develop vaccines for transboundary and emerging diseases in animals
North America’s pork industry will meet at Banff Pork Seminar 2020

New video offers fresh perspectives on mode of action for fibre-degrading enzymes
In a new video, AB Vista’s Research Director Dr Mike Bedford reveals a shift in thinking related to the mode of action of fibre-degrading enzymes, which could significantly influence how nutritionists select enzymes.

Novus gathers European key opinion leaders to discuss advances and trends in piglet nutrition
Novus International, Inc. leader in swine nutrition, hosted an exclusive Key Opinion Leaders event in Spain to openly exchange thoughts on today’s European challenges in piglet nutrition and hear the latest nutritional approaches to optimize piglet development.
Entry deadline for Banff Pork Seminar Aherne prize is Oct. 31, 2019

Smith joins Osborne sales staff
Ron Smith joins livestock equipment sales staff promoting Osborne’s swine management equipment in the eastern United States and Canada.

HKScan is planning a renewal of its Group-wide operating model
JBS USA eliminates ractopamine from its supply chain

Roslin Institute: Research into ASF inspires UK campaign
Studies led by the Roslin Institute have inspired a national campaign to help reduce the risk of spreading infectious diseases such as African swine fever (ASF).

Tonisity welcome distributors to European distributor meeting
Tonisity International welcomed distributors from across Europe to their distributor meeting in Prague last week.

CP Foods is going green with sustainable packaging
CP Foods has launched Sustainable Packaging Design and Development Projects and switching to eco-friendly packages in an effort to reduce number of plastic waste and using 100% sustainable materials within 2030.
Tyson to help meet growing demand for US pork by prohibiting ractopamine use

