USA: Pork essentially free of veterinary drug residues
In a survey of more than a thousand pork kidney samples, none were found to have veterinary drugs at levels that even approached close to U.S. regulatory limits.
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China: Strengthening ASF detection during slaughter
The MARD released its notice no.7 on ‘Strengthening ASF detection during slaughter’, recognizing that the detection of ASF in the slaughtering process is an effective means for cutting off the route of transmission of the virus.
Bayer helps farmers keep sows healthy with new BCS SowDition smartphone application
BCS SowDition enables accurate and standardized body condition scoring of sows in four simple steps, contributing to better health and management.
New contracts manager for ARM Buildings
Staffordshire-based pig housing manufacturer has appointed Mick McNulty as contracts manager.
Perstorp appoints new Vice President Animal Nutrition for the EMEA region
Leading specialty chemicals company Perstorp has appointed Mauricio Varvella as Vice President for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), responsible for the Animal Nutrition Business Area. Varvella joined Perstorp on March 18 and reports directly to Perstorp Animal Nutrition Executive Vice President Roger Mann.
Stonehaven incubate celebrates first birthday with new friends
Stonehaven Incubate is celebrating its first birthday and already has three active on-going collaborations to drive improvements in animal health.
Denmark: deficiencies in the cleaning and disinfection after transport
According to the control carried out, 4 out of 10 pig transport lorries are not cleaned nor disinfected correctly.
Bulgaria: ASF eradication plan in wild boars
After checking the plan presented by Bulgaria last December, the Commission has decided to authorise it.
Canada responding to the threat of ASF
New funding of up to $31 million to increase the number of detector dogs at Canadian airports to help prevent illegally imported meat products from entering into Canada.
Bayer receives positive opinion from European Medicines Agency for Baycox® Iron injection for piglets
Bayer’s novel, patented toltrazuril plus gleptoferron injectable combination is a step closer to European authorization.
Swine production in the EU: What will come in 2019?
Less slaughters, higher weights, similar meat production, increase of exports to China ...
Spain: National Plan against Antibiotic Resistances approved
The Plan foresees a drop in antibiotic consumption and the development of sectorial regulations that include the correct use of antibiotics and the surveillance of their consumption.
AASV Recognizes 2019 Technical Services/Allied Industry Veterinarian of the Year
Dr Ron White received the American Association of Swine Veterinarians’ Technical Services/Allied Industry Veterinarian of the Year Award during the association’s 50th Annual Meeting on March 11th in Orlando, Florida.
UK: Fourth case of Swine Dysentery confirmed in one day
The cases continue the worrying escalation of outbreaks in recent weeks.
Tips for travelers to help keep ASF out of the US
Travelers will see some changes at airports as USDA works with CBP to increase screenings of passenger baggage.
Forecasts for Mexican pork production
Based on increasing consumer demand, stable feed prices and the modernization efforts of the Mexican industry, USDA forecasts an increase in pork production in 2019.