Poland: First ASF case in the Lodz province
At the end of May, African swine fever was confirmed in a wild boar carcass found in Lodz province. This is the first case in this province.
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EU pork exports up in first quarter, especially to China
Shipments to China increased by 10%, while exports to other destinations such as Japan and the United Kingdom decreased.
Canada to establish FMD vaccine bank
Canada is making significant progress towards the creation of a dedicated foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccine bank.
The Philippines to address pork price surge
PHP1.6 billion has been allotted to implement measures aimed at addressing the spike in retail pork prices.
Hong Kong's first multi-storey, modernised, and environment-friendly pig farming project
The Government has reserved a site and is accepting applications to construct and operate the pig farm.
WOAH recognizes new FMD-free zones in Latin America
Bolivia and Brazil were recently recognized by the World Organization for Animal Health as countries free of foot and mouth disease without vaccination. This is a significant milestone for regional livestock health and a crucial step forward for international trade of animals and animal products.
Quantitative risk assessment model of the presence of PED and ASF viruses in spray-dried porcine plasma
Under the current conditions, the model estimated that an inactivation level (log-kill) of 7.0, 7.2, and 7.3 log must be achieved to manufacture a 10-, 15-, and 20-tons batch size, respectively.
DanBred expands into Ukraine with new multiplier farm, bringing top genetics closer to producers
The VITAGRO Group of Companies and the 100% Danish-owned genetics company DanBred have signed an agreement to establish a new multiplier farm, in Ukraine. After two years of collaboration, the project is now officially launching.
Dr. Christine Mainquist-Whigham winning the 2025 Science in Practice Award
Focus on science earns Nebraska veterinarian national award.
EU: Several member states concerned about Mercosur agreement
France, Austria, and Hungary share concerns about the draft agreement with Mercosur.
WOAH adopts new ASF vaccine standard
This standard aims to provide minimum standards for safe and effective vaccines.
China extends anti-dumping investigation into EU pork
The anti-dumping investigation on imports of pork and pork by-products originating from the European Union has been extended.
Argentina: Corn production expected to increase 10% in core region
The crop is preparing to recover ground. At least 170,000 ha could be added in the next planting.
U.S. April pork exports below year-ago levels
Due in part to a sharp decline in shipments to China, April exports of U.S. pork trended lower than a year ago, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).
UK not sufficiently prepared for increasing risk from animal disease, finds NAO report
Key public bodies are insufficiently prepared for a major animal disease outbreak and would likely struggle to cope with one, the latest report from the National Audit Office finds.
FAO Meat Price Index rose in May
The increase was driven by higher international prices for bovine, ovine, and pig meats, which more than offset a decline in poultry meat quotations.