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Feeding Spray Dried Plasma (SDP) Improved The Efficacy of a Candidate African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV) Vaccine

African swine fever virus (ASFv) can cause high mortality in domestic swine and affects global trade of pork with severe economic consequences for producers, affiliated industries, and communities involved in pork production. Swine producers in endemic regions afflicted by ASF continue to search for strategies to protect their swine herd from getting or having a recurrence of ASF.

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The role of non-animal origin feed ingredients in transmission of viral pathogens of swine: A review of scientific literature

The emergence of porcine epidemic diarrhea (PED) in commercial swine in North America and growing concerns about the potential for the introduction of African swine fever (ASF) from China, the European Union, or other affected regions has put a spotlight on the possible role of contaminated feed and feed ingredients in the introduction and transmission of viral swine pathogens.

R. Gordon et al., U.S. Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service · R. Gordon et al., U.S. Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection ServiceView paperarrow_forward
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Plasma supports pig health and herd productivity

African Swine Fever has significantly reduced the commercial pig herd in Asia. There are now great opportunities for those investing to restock their swine herds. Challenges that the swine industry must navigate through in the short to medium term include; having large numbers of gilts entering our herds, addressing social pressures to reduce reliance on antibiotics for growth promotion, and coping with the consequences that come with genetic advances in relation to the resilience or robustness of the modern lean pig.

Dr. Megan V Edwards, animal nutrition consultant, Integral Nutrition Pte Ltd. · Dr. Megan V Edwards, animal nutrition consultant, Integral Nutrition Pte Ltd.View paperarrow_forward
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Against ASF.... A good biosecurity program and formaldehyde-based products

African Swine Fever (ASF) is arguably e the t most t significant t threat o to e worldwide e swine production. It is an OIE-listed e notifiable e disease induced by a very resistant virus that affects pigs and also wild boar, which makes containment really difficult. It is highly contagious and usually deadly, so it has serious socio-economics consequences in affected countries.

Adiveter S.L. · Adiveter S.L.View paperarrow_forward
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Improving biosecurity in feed: taking responsibility and raising awareness

The outbreak of African Swine Fever has led to questions about biosecurity in the worldwide feed sector. Are feed entrepreneurs doing enough? Are they prepared for future outbreaks? Johan den Hartog (GMP+ International), Victor Volkers (Q-Point), Hans van den Heuvel (Trouw Nutrition) and Lourens Heres (Sonac) share their thoughts on biosecurity measures and the challenges the sector faces.

GMP+ International · GMP+ InternationalView paperarrow_forward
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Report from China: Stalosan F helps pig farmer to a new start after ASF outbreak

The outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) has caused a huge impact on China's pig industry. Pig stocks are falling off a cliff, while prices are continuing to soar. With the strong support of the government, many farmers have begun the preparatory work for the recovery of pigs, and many of them have successfully recovered from the disease.

Celia Cheng, marketing manager, PUAI feed · Celia Cheng, marketing manager, PUAI feedView paperarrow_forward
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Bioiberica hydrolysed porcine intestinal mucosa proteins: How to guarantee the absence of African Swine Fever Virus (ASFv)

High quality protein sources obtained by enzymatic hydrolysis of porcine intestinal mucosa could be an effective way to contain the spread of African Swine Fever virus (ASFv). With a solid supply chain and a production process certified by the Texcell-Pasteur Institute, can an ASFv free product really be guaranteed?

Xavier C�rdoba, Bioiberica animal nutrition director · Xavier C�rdoba, Bioiberica animal nutrition directorView paperarrow_forward
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The necessity of good biosecurity

Establishing a good biosecurity strategy is one of the most pressing necessities in swine production across the world. The challenge with African swine fever was unprecedented by any other disease outbreak and there is no question that good biosecurity is indispensable for the success and sustainability of any swine farm.

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Impacts of African swine fever on the feed industry

August of 2018 marked the onset of the African swine fever virus (ASF) outbreak in China that would inevitably result in the loss of 25% of the global pig population. Before August of 2018, China was the world's number-one producer and consumer of pork, consuming more than 50 million tons annually.

Amy Bell-Elmohammed, China quality manager, Alltech · Amy Bell-Elmohammed, China quality manager, AlltechView paperarrow_forward

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