Animal Health
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
ASF outbreak confirmed in Imphal West district, Manipur, India
The outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) in Indian state Manipur's Imphal West district has been confirmed by the Manipur veterinary department, India Today reported on October 14.
Monday, October 16, 2023
Association still determining avian flu's impact on South Africa's poultry sector
The South African Poultry Association (SAPA) said it was still counting the cost of the recent avian flu on South Africa's poultry industry.
Monday, October 16, 2023
Mandatory PRRS declaration statement for all pig producers in Denmark
All pig producers in Denmark, who send pigs for slaughter, must have a clinical porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) statement, starting November 4, 2023, the country’s Agriculture and Food Sector announced.
Friday, October 13, 2023
Philippines to obtain avian flu vaccines
Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced on October 12 that the country would soon procure avian flu vaccines which would help end the culling of fowls and address threats to the poultry industry.
Friday, October 13, 2023
Manipur, India pig farming grapples with potential crisis as mysterious disease kills pigs
A pig industry organisation in Manipur, India, raised alarm that pig farming, which has been a profitable business in the state, will be facing a signficant challenge in the next few years unless the state veterinary department looks into t ...
Friday, October 13, 2023
Evonik, Shandong Vland Biotech form joint venture in China for animal gut health products
Evonik China Co., Ltd and Shandong Vland Biotech Co., Ltd agreed to build a joint venture to expand their presence in gut health solutions products for farm animals globally.
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Bird flu's return induces fears of more outbreaks among US poultry flocks
Highly pathogenic bird flu has made its first appearances in US commercial poultry flocks this season, affecting one turkey farm in South Dakota and one in Utah, raising concerns that more outbreaks could follow.
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Australia acquires fresh batches of LSD vaccines
Australia has bought a supply of vaccines for lumpy skin disease (LSD), a highly infectious condition affecting cattle, as part of efforts to control the disease and maintain live animal exports, the Australian government said on October 11 ...
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Cambodia signs financing agreement for cross-border livestock project
Cambodia recently signed an agreement with the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) on a cooperation financing deal for a cross-border livestock health and value chain infrastructure improvement project.
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
US-based Virbac to take over top Indian poultry vaccines company
US-based animal health company Virbac announced the signing of an agreement to acquire Globion, a leading Indian poultry vaccines specialist.
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
First ASF cases confirmed in Oriental Mindoro, Philippines
The province of Oriental Mindoro, the Philippines, has detected its first cases of African swine fever (ASF), Governor Bonz Dolor said on October 9.
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Ireland-based researchers exploring rapid diagnosis of fish disease get funding
Researchers in Ireland, who are focused on technology for the rapid diagnosis of fish disease on aquaculture sites, have been awarded Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) funding.
Monday, October 9, 2023
Tenth edition of Livestock Malaysia to happen on November 29 to December 1 in Kuala Lumpur
Livestock Malaysia 2023 will officially open its doors for its 10th edition this November in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and is expected attract exhibitors and visitors worldwide to witness the latest advancements in the meat and feed industrie ...
Monday, October 9, 2023
Roslin: Cost-efficient analysis helps breed disease-resistant fish
A cost-effective method for breeding rainbow trout to be resistant to a common bacterial infection has been developed by scientists, the Roslin Institute said.
Monday, October 9, 2023
ASF outbreaks in Poland rise to 27 so far in 2023
Poland was hit by another African swine fever outbreak, the 27th of such event this year.

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