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European Union - Meat-and-bonemeal moves closer

The European Parliament would support a Commission proposal to lift the ban on the use of meat-and-bonemeal in pig and poultry feed but only if the strictest testing and surveillance mechanisms are enforced, according to a draft report.

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South Korea reopens livestock markets

South Korea will reopen all 85 of its livestock markets today, almost four months after they were closed at the end of November last year when FMD surfaced.

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COSALFA defines the next stages in the fight against foot and mouth disease

The 38th Meeting of the South American Commission for the Fight against Foot and Mouth Disease (COSALFA) took place last week in Recife (Brazil), with the objective of defining the next steps to take in the fight against foot and mouth disease in the 2011-2020 Foot and Mouth Disease Eradication Plan of Action (PHEFA).

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USA - Deal with Columbia will benefit U.S. pork producers

The National Pork Producers Council praised the Obama administration for today concluding a free trade agreement with Colombia, paving the way for congressional approval of the deal later this year.

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PIC South Africa hosts technical farmer’s day

Expertise of the highest level was shared during the recent technical farmer’s day hosted by PIC South Africa at the CSIR International Convention Centre, Pretoria in March with over 200 attendees.

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Smithfield Foods confirms discussions to acquire controlling interest in Campofrio Food Group

Smithfield Foods, Inc. confirmed today that the company and Pedro Ballve are currently evaluating a joint de-listing takeover bid to acquire the remaining approximate 50 percent of Campofrio Food Group, S.A. for €9.5 per share.

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Machine actuated ceiling inlet exceeds expectations

The AC3010 4-Way Attic Inlet is the third generation of ceiling inlets from Double L and has actually exceeded expectations. This new machine actuated inlet corrects air distribution shortcomings and offers controlled 360 degree airflow.

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Bulgaria notifies two new outbreaks of foot and mouth disease

The Bulgarian authorities have notified two new outbreaks of foot and mouth disease in the country.

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Brazil sends a mission to China with the objective of exporting pork

This week the arrival in China of a Brazilian mission headed by the Director of the Animal Product Inspection Department of the Department of Agriculture, Luiz Carlos Oliveira, is expected. The objective of the mission is to continue negotiations for the sale of Brazilian pork in China.

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USA - Sow herds increase

Federal data released Friday shows the swine breeding herd of U.S. hog producers grew slightly over the last three months and from a year ago.

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James Olson Nominated to Board of Directors

Maple Leaf Foods announced today that James P. Olson has been nominated to join the board as an independent director and will stand for election at the Company's Annual General Meeting on April 28, 2011. He was identified through an independent global search firm retained by the board, and brings a strong mix of skills and experience.

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VLA Scientific launches new interactive online catalogue for biological reagents

VLA Scientific has launched a new interactive online catalogue for biological reagents and diagnostic kits, enhancing our service to customers around the world. It will assist customers in conveniently accessing information on our extensive ranges of products in this area.

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Groupe Grimaud - parent company of Newsham - and PEN AR LAN form international pig genetics alliance

Continuing the growth of its international pig genetics business, Groupe Grimaud, parent company of Newsham, has entered into an alliance with PEN AR LAN, an international pig genetics company with operations in France, Poland, Brazil and Canada.

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France - The French Minister of Agriculture announces a plan for the prevention of suicide among farmers

The French Minister of Agriculture, Bruno Le Maire, has announced a national plan for the prevention of suicide among farmers.

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Korea – FMD under control: livestock restriction lifted

The foot-and-mouth disease outbreak that has haunted farms nationwide seems to have come under control.

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Spain – The “Early Indicators of Sustainability in Agriculture and Livestock Farming” study has been presented

The Technological Platform of Sustainable Agriculture presented last week the “Early Indicators of Sustainability in Agriculture and Livestock Farming”.