The Commission authorises four genetically modified crops for use as food and animal feed
The Commission authorised three genetically modified crops and renewed the authorisation for another one used for food and animal feed.
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EU strengthens geographical indications for agricultural products
The new measures should increase the uptake of GIs across the EU to benefit the rural economy and achieve a higher level of protection, especially online.
U.S. Supreme Court to hear case against Proposition 12
The National Pork Producers Council argues that Proposition 12 violates the U.S. Constitution’s Commerce Clause.
United States hog inventory down
U.S. hog inventory is down 2% from March 2021 and down 3% from December 1, 2021.
Germany: Further drop in meat consumption in 2021
In 2021, per capita pork consumption decreased by 1.2 kilograms compared to the previous year.
HKScan, Topigs Norsvin and Royal Agrifirm Group starting cooperation with the Yli-Simola pig farm in Finland
An agreement to jointly set up a research and trial farm in Finland has been signed. Trial activities will take place on the Yli-Simola pig farm in Porlammi.
University of Minnesota researchers secure $500K USDA grant to study novel pig influenzas
Scientists in the Department of Veterinary Population Medicine will try to prove their hypothesis: that influenza reassortment is common, and that it’s driven by factors like age, immunity, and production system.
Salmonella and Campylobacter continue to show high levels of antibiotic resistance
Antibiotic resistance in Salmonella and Campylobacter bacteria is still high, says a report released today by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
WEDA supplies feeding system for Europe’s largest insect breeding facility
Fly larvae as an efficient source of protein for the animal feed of the future.
Apiam to build new state-of-the-art viral vaccine laboratory for livestock industries
Apiam awarded grant of $700K through Victorian State Government Regional Jobs Fund to build new viral vaccine laboratory in Bendigo.
Brazil: Main indicators for pig farming in 2021
With increases in slaughter, production, domestic prices, per capita consumption, and exports, we can say that it was an excellent year for Latin America's leading swine producer.
European Commission takes action on food security and support for farmers
Support measures include the use of fallow land for cultivation and aid to the swine industry.
Organic fertilizers are considered by MEPs
To reduce the dependence on fertiliser imports in the long term, Parliament proposes a switch to alternative organic sources of nutrients for agriculture.
Paraguay obtains ASF-free recognition from Taiwan
The recognition was granted by BAPHIQ (Bureau of Animal and Plant Health Inspection and Quarantine), the entity responsible for plant and animal health in the Republic of China (Taiwan).
Mexico strengthens infrastructure at new international airport to prevent entry of diseases
Three canine units will assist officers in inspecting passenger baggage and merchandise for agricultural products regulated by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.
AB Agri accelerates growth plans in South East Asia with senior appointment
AB Agri has recruited business development specialist Graham Wong to head up operations in South East Asia as part of plans to significantly increase its market share in the region.