Denmark: new increase in antimicrobial use in animals
Antimicrobial consumption in pigs measured in doses has increased in all three age groups.
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Antimicrobial resistance genes of Staphylococcus aureus from pork
A total of 152 pork samples were collected in markets and supermarkets in Ho Chi Minh City. Antimicrobial susceptibility of the isolates to antimicrobial agents was determined.
Detection of enteric pathogens in newborn piglets (2/2)
The main aspect that cannot be forgotten is the complete approach necessary to evaluate all possibilities. In that sense, samples have to be collected and tested to all possible agents that might cause diarrhea.
Germany: the veterinarians are worried for the ASF situation in the EU
The German Veterinary Association (Bundestieraerztekammer) has voted, unanimously, for the approval of a decision destined to avoid the entrance of dangerous animal diseases.
FAO: Curbing the risks of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea virus
One of the main strategies for curbing the spread of emerging diseases is to stop the virus from being introduced into non-infected areas.
FAO project to prevent potential African swine fever incursion in China
With China relying heavily on the pork production industry and owning almost half the world’s domestic pig population, an incursion of ASF would have a catastrophic impact.
First report of Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis in Black Alentejano pig
This work represents the first report of Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis from caseous lymphadenitis lesions in Black Alentejano pig and alerts for the importance of the establishment of suitable control and sanitary management practices
PEDV - Research Update
Dr. Lisa Becton, National Pork Board, from the 2014 World Pork Expo, June 4-6, 2014, Des Moines, IA, USA.
European Union: Council took stock of the situation regarding African swine fever in the EU
Several ministers highlighted the need to avoid a further spread of the disease in the EU.
Canada: fifth on-farm PEDv investigation concludes that the swine premise was negative
The CVO has gathered sufficient evidence to conclude that the swine premise was negative for PEDv during the time period when the initial samples were submitted.
PCV2 vaccination reduces antibiotic consumption in swine production
The benefit on antibiotic use is particularly clear when herds are multicontaminated by pathogenic virus and bacteria, allowing also to maintain animal welfare and operational productivity, but a good immunity against PCV2 is effective also in high health status herds.
OIE: technical factsheet on PEDV
The information presented in this technical factsheet reflects the epidemiological observations and research done on PEDV.
Antibiotics used most commonly to treat animals in Europe
Respiratory and diarrhoeal conditions were mentioned most frequently (>60 per cent) for antibiotic prescribing in pigs.
Ireland: Tyndall and Teagasc form partnership to develop a SMART agri-food sector
The partnership will deliver economic impact by developing new ICT and production approaches that can be mapped onto the diverse requirements of agriculture.
Russia: ASF virus genome detected in products imported from one of Belarusian plants
In case new consignments contaminated with ASF materials are detected, additional protective measures can be taken.
Romania confirms an outbreak of Aujeszky
There are a total of 64 susceptible animals of which 9 cases.