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For the first time, the complete genome of a non-genetically modified soybean variety has been sequenced, which is key for genetic improvement and to obtain efficient varieties.

Ministers are holding a series of meetings in parliamentary committees to present the priorities of the Spanish Presidency of the Council.

Seventy-five percent of pig farms have implemented the best available techniques to reduce emissions levels at their facilities.

Over 12,000 domestic pigs on five large farms have been affected by African swine fever outbreaks.

Santa Catarina remains Brazil's largest pork exporter, accounting for 54.2% of the total.

‘Meso turopoljske svinje' is the fresh meat and other edible parts of the carcass of castrated males and of females of the autochthonous Turopolje pig breed.

WOAH stresses the importance of the use of only high-quality ASF vaccines with proven efficacy and safety.

The new partnership will enhance the capabilities and capacities of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility.

Pork production was up by 3.6% in the first three quarters.

Wallonia is once again taking measures against the overpopulation of wild boars that they have been struggling with for years in the south of the country.

Protecting the welfare of animals is essential for Europeans, as shown by the results of a Eurobarometer survey published today.

Once the positive results for classical swine fever were received, ICA carried out cleaning, disinfection, and quarantine actions in the premises where the notification was received, active surveillance in the focal area, and a meeting with Porkcolombia.

Projections for key variables in 2024 from estimates for the region's leading countries, as outlined in the latest "Livestock and Poultry: World Markets and Trade" report published by the USDA on October 12.

Spain's animal feed production reached 37.5 million tons and remains the European leader in compound feed production in 2022.

After over a year, Aujeszky's disease has been again detected in France.

According to the latest USDA estimates published on October 12, a reduction in the sow inventory is expected in China, the European Union, and North America. However, Brazil is expected to see a significant increase in the number of sows.

Compared to the September report, production and export estimates for corn remained unchanged, while for soybeans there was a significant cut in final oilseed stocks.

The North American Meat Institute has published its second annual report on the evolution of the U.S. meat sector in areas of continuous improvement.

Farm restructuring and technology development and adoption are likely to lead to a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in China's pork supply chain.

In its latest report "Livestock and Poultry: World Markets and Trade" from October 12, the USDA released its first estimates for next year, in which it foresees a production similar to 2023, as well as greater dynamism in international trade and a slight decrease in consumption.

For soybeans, the country's main crop, estimates show growth in planted area and yields.

Improvement projects that are underway but not completed will have an additional 12 months to finish.

All pig producers who send pigs for slaughter must have a clinical PRRS statement starting November 4, 2023.