Armenia - African swine fever
The Armenian veterinary authorities have notified the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) about an outbreak of african swine fever in swine.
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The effect of dietary laminarin and fucoidan in the diet of the weanling piglet on performance, selected faecal microbial populations and volatile fatty acid concentrations
An experiment was performed to investigate the effects of seaweed extracts, laminarin (derived ß-glucans) and fucoidan (sulphated polysaccharides) independently or in combination on post-weaning piglet performance and selected microbial populations.
Canadian government launches food-safety web site
The site provides Canadians valuable tips and tools to help them reduce the risk of foodborne illness and acts as a gateway to important information during foodborne illness emergencies.
Porcine parvovirus- and porcine circovirus 2-associated reproductive failure and neonatal mortality in crossbred Indian pigs
Results of this study suggest for the first time occurrence of PPV and coinfection with PCV2 in crossbred Indian pigs affected with reproductive problem and neonatal mortality.
Netherlands – Decrease in the use of antibiotics in livestock
The use of antibiotics in livestock decreased by 2% in 2009 compared to the previous year, while at the same time the bovine, porcine and poultry populations increased by 2%, 1.3% and 0.2%, respectively. In 2008, the use of antibiotics had already decreased by 7% compared to 2007.
Diagnostic tests for pleuropneumonia (Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae) (2/2)
The best approach is to submit dead pigs or live affected pigs to the diagnostic laboratory for post-mortem examination.
Environmentally-acquired bacteria influence microbial diversity and natural innate immune responses at gut surfaces
The extent to which early-life environment impacts on microbial diversity of the adult gut and subsequent immune processes has not been comprehensively investigated thus far. We addressed this important question using the pig as a model to evaluate the impact of early-life environment on microbe/host gut interactions during development.
Use of saliva for haptoglobin and C-reactive protein quantifications in porcine respiratory and reproductive syndrome affected pigs in field conditions
The purpose of this study was to study the use of saliva samples as alternative to serum for acute phase protein (APP) quantifications in pigs at field conditions.
Russia - African Swine Fever at Russian-Ukrainian border
Following the detection of African swine fever [ASF] in Gukovo, measures have been undertaken by Rosselkhoznadzor.
Invasion of endothelial cells by systemic and nasal strains of Haemophilus parasuis
Invasion of endothelial cells is a virulence mechanism of H. parasuis that may be related to the ability of some strains to cause meningitis.
China - Foot and mouth disease in swine
The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) has reported a new outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in pigs in China.
Diagnostic tests for pleuropneumonia (Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae) (1/2)ae
There are 15 recognised serotypes of APP (designated 1 – 15) that greatly differ in their virulence potential.
Proof of concept for the reduction of classical swine fever infection in pigs by a novel viral polymerase inhibitor
This study provides the first proof of concept for the prophylaxis/treatment of CSFV infection in pigs.
Swine influenza virus reassorted with Pandemic H1N1 virus isolated from pig
The University of Hong Kong (HKU) had found in its regular influenza virus surveillance programme that one sample taken from a pig at the Sheung Shui Slaughterhouse on January 7 contained a virus which was essentially a swine influenza virus but had picked up a pandemic H1N1 gene by genetic reassortment. There is no cause for alarm for public health and pork remains safe for consumption. Government is closely monitoring developments and shall continue to keep the public informed.
The third European Porcine Circovirus Research Award honours scientists from Spain and Denmark
Diseases associated with PCV2 infection (PCVD) belong to the most devastating diseases in swine worldwide. Fortunately, since a few years, losses attributed to this disease complex can be controlled very effectively by vaccinating piglets.
France - New organization for veterinary border controls
As part of the reforms being made by the government for greater administrative efficiency and simplicity, the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Fishing has set up the Veterinary and Phytosanitary Border Inspection Service (SIVEP).