Monday, December 23, 2024
France declares bird flu-free status amid continued vigilance
France has announced its status as free from highly pathogenic avian influenza following more than a month without new outbreaks, according to its agriculture ministry.
Monday, December 23, 2024
Philippine government urged to speed up approval of ASF vaccine for commercial use
The Philippine government needs to expedite the approval of the African swine fever (ASF) vaccine for commercial use, citing the need to effect a recovery in hog farming, said the Agricultural Industry Association, or Samahang Industriya ng ...
Monday, December 23, 2024
California, US, declares state of emergency as HPAI spreads
California, the United States, has declared a state of emergency as the current outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 (HPAI H5N1) continues to sweep North American dairy herds, poultry flocks, and, in some cases, people.
Monday, December 23, 2024
Ireland cautions against bringing pork from ASF-affected areas into country
Ireland's Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) has reminded those travelling to the country this Christmas to not bring pork or pork products from areas affected by African swine fever (ASF).
Friday, December 20, 2024
More bird flu cases confirmed in England, UK prompting expanded preventive measures
Two additional cases of bird flu have been identified in commercial premises in Norfolk, England, UK, bringing the total number of recent cases in the region to six.
Thursday, December 19, 2024
ASF detected in 32 Indonesian provinces
African swine fever (ASF) has been confirmed in 32 of Indonesia's 38 provinces, an official announced.
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
South Korea confirms 11th ASF case this year
South Korea has confirmed its 11th case of African swine fever (ASF) this year, the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs announced.
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
South Korea sees 10th HPAI case at regional farm
South Korea has confirmed its 10th case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) for the season at a regional farm, authorities said on December 13.
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
ASF detected in Kottayam district, Kerala, India
An outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) has been reported in two villages in Kottayam district, Kerala, India, officials confirmed.
Monday, December 16, 2024
Sarawak, Malaysia implements control measures following ASF detection
The Sarawak, Malaysia Department of Veterinary Services (DVSS) has introduced control measures at swine farms in Serian after African swine fever (ASF) was detected in Mongkos, Tebedu, on November 29, 2024.
Friday, December 13, 2024
UK to bolster biosecurity with US$253 million investment in animal disease research hub
The UK Animal Plant Health Agency's (APHA) laboratories, which play a crucial role in protecting the country against the growing threat of animal diseases, are set to receive significant upgrades to secure and enhance the UK's scientific an ...
Friday, December 13, 2024
Philippines temporarily bans poultry imports from the Netherlands amid bird flu outbreak
The Philippines' Department of Agriculture (DA) has issued a temporary ban on the importation of poultry products from the Netherlands following reported cases of bird flu in the European country.
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Sindh, Pakistan signs domestic agreement to produce local vaccine for livestock disease
The Sindh Livestock Department's Institute of Animal Health (SIAH) has entered into an agreement with the National Institute of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (NIBGE), in Faisalabad, Pakistan to develop a local vaccine for livestock.
Thursday, December 12, 2024
US poultry industry reports progress in antibiotic stewardship
The US Poultry & Egg Association released updated research today quantifying antibiotic use in the country's poultry industry.
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
UK prepares for avian influenza with stockpile of 5 million vaccine doses
The UK government has announced that it has secured five million vaccine doses as part of its contingency plan for a potential avian influenza outbreak during the winter months.

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