Senate combates "veterinary deserts" in France
The Senate adopted an unprecedented mesure to combat "veterinary deserts" - the shortage of veterinarians in rural areas.
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The Impact of people on piglet production efficiency
I had many great examples where the results of a farm were really the product of one person pushing for excellence. Best people will implement the science we taught them, nonetheless, their day to day work and observations will bring it to a higher level.
ASF continues in Romania
Active ASF cases are down from the beginning of the year, but still high compared to last year.
The Roslin Institute: Stem cell approach to aid vaccine development
Method of producing blood cells will provide platform to aid development of vaccines against deadly infections in pigs such as ASF and PRRS.
Kemin Industries acquires patent application to control ASF virus in feed
New research from Kansas State University shows promise for Kemin pathogen control product Sal CURB® in addressing African swine fever virus in feed and feed ingredients.
Global ASF situational report April - June 2020
An overview of the African swine fever outbreak situation in wild boar and domestic pigs for Asia, Africa, and Europe, according to reporting to the OIE.
Latvia confirms its first ASF outbreak in domestic pigs this year
The first 3 cases of ASF in backyard pigs this year have been confirmed in Kuldīgas.
Belgium: Antibiotic use in animals reduces significantly
A clear decrease in the use of antibiotics in animals was reported again in 2019. This is also reflected in the decrease in antibiotic resistance.
Russia discusses developing an ASF vaccine
The Russian Ministry of Agriculture held a meeting on the prospects for developing a vaccine against African swine fever virus in the Russian Federation.
US: Pseudorabies found in feral pig in Central Oregon
A feral pig from Central Oregon sampled for disease as part of a surveillance program tested positive for Pseudorabies (PRV).
Philippines: First agrifood import inspection facility established
The government will strengthen border control inspections for imported animals, plants, meat, and other farm and fishery products arriving in major international seaports in the country.
Reproductive performance of influenza A virus infected sows before and after vaccination
Vaccinating against the influenza A (H1N1)pdm09 virus, can improve reproductive performance in sow herds infected with pandemic influenza A virus.
SHIC/NPB project looks for biosecurity gaps in the US pork industry
The goal is to prevent entry of foreign animal disease by addressing the identified biosecurity gaps and providing direction for corrective measures.
Will a novel swine flu strain cause the next pandemic? – Some critical thoughts on research findings from China
Pig 333 has interviewed Kristien Van Reeth, professor of virology and swine influenza virus expert. She believes these interesting research findings need much more nuance, and tries to put things in perspective.
US: APHIS to invest $27 million in foot-and-mouth disease vaccine in case of outbreak
This new program adds to the nation’s level of protection against this devastating disease. In the event of an outbreak, officials would decide if and how to use the available vaccine.
U.S. packing plant adaptations in the era of COVID
U.S. meatpackers have been extremely aggressive in identifying and adopting best practices to limit the transmission of SARS-CoV2 within their workforces.