SPACE 2025: Innovation, exchanges, and record attendance
333 participated in SPACE 2025 in Rennes, an international livestock show that broke records and placed innovation at the center of discussions.
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Animal Health Canada appoints Dr. Cassidy Klima as new Executive Director
Dr. Klima brings more than 15 years of leadership experience in livestock health, food safety, and One Health innovation to this national role.
Estonia: ASF re-emergence hits 20% of pig population
There have been 10 outbreaks in domestic pigs in a short period of time.
Health restart: the power of depopulation and repopulation to restore profitability
When losses and costs from poor health threaten the current and future farm profitability, perhaps a “clean slate” should be considered.
333 was present at the Tanzania International Pig Conference 2025 in Dar es Salaam
Tanzania International Pig Conference and Expo 2025 was held on 11th-12th July, 2025 and was attended by swine producers, veterinarians, industry leaders, swine companies, and international guests from several African countries.
Nikolaus Kriz assumes role as EFSA’s new Executive Director
Nikolaus Kriz has officially assumed the role of Executive Director of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), following his appointment by EFSA’s Management Board.
VIV Select China moves to Shanghai for the 2026 edition
Following the remarkable success of VIV SELECT CHINA 2025 in Nanjing, the premier livestock industry exhibition is making a strategic move to Shanghai for its 2026 edition, signaling a new chapter of expanded global reach and enhanced industry connectivity.
Brazil: New biosecurity ordinance in Santa Catarina
Pig farmers will have access to credit lines with special conditions to bring their establishments into compliance with the sanitary measures outlined in the document.
Oral vaccines against respiratory diseases: activating the common mucosal immune system
Oral vaccination in pigs, previously limited to enteric pathogens, is emerging as an innovative strategy against respiratory diseases. By building on the potential of the Common Mucosal Immune System (CMIS), new formulations can trigger immune responses in distant mucosal sites starting from the gut.
Explaining the persistence of PRRSV in vaccinated breeding herds
Selection of viral variants with enhanced transmission and reduced neutralization susceptibility alongside lateral introductions may explain the persistence of PRRSV in vaccinated breeding herds.
IPPA announces a new livestock apprenticeship program
This exciting new apprenticeship opportunity will prepare career seekers to succeed in the role of Swine Animal Care Technician.
NC State CVM invests in first dry lab to support work on controlling disease spread
The lab employs 15 software developers and computer science students to continue advancing the Rapid Access Biosecurity App, developed by Dr. Gustavo Machado to help authorities track disease outbreaks among hog, poultry and cattle operations.
Swine Industry Business Forum Mexico 2025: Vision in action
SIBFM 2025 made it clear that the Mexican pork industry is not only growing but is also becoming more professional, taking firm steps toward a sustainable and competitive future.
Canada launches wild pig location reports
The report maps locations of wild pigs and provincial prevention, management, and removal activities.
UK: PRRS project funding to improve biosecurity in Scotland
A project to eradicate PRRS from Scotland to get further Scottish Government funding.
U.S: Launch of new monthly PRRSV variant report
A new national surveillance effort enhances decision-making in swine health by identifying and communicating emerging PRRSV variants.