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Biosecurity have emerged as critical priorities for safeguarding South Africa’s pork industry.

The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has pledged its support for the 9th edition of the Animal Agriculture Conference 2026 with the support of NIAS

In the April report, the outlook for corn is positive due to the recovery in the U.S., Argentina, and Ukraine, as well as increased trade. For soybeans, however, the outlook is tighter: growth in Brazil and Paraguay does not offset declines in Argentina and the U.S., leaving supply virtually unchanged.

The roadmap sets out a route for environmental improvement and a sustainable future.

Conflict in the Middle East brings limited near-term impact but potential longer-term risks

South Africa introduces a draft FMD vaccination scheme aimed at improving livestock disease control through a more decentralised approach.

South Africa’s pork industry faces losses as ASF and FMD outbreaks expose biosecurity gaps and disrupt production and recovery.

U.S. farmers plan to reduce corn acreage and increase soybean planting in 2026, while grain stocks rise across major crops.

The National Swine Health Strategy moves into implementation, targeting PRRSV and PEDV control while strengthening biosecurity and disease preparedness.

Kenya develops roadmap to strengthen livestock disease detection, improve diagnostics, and boost early response to protect animal and public health.

Africa advances livestock development with genomics and breeding strategies to boost productivity, food security, and climate resilience.

Nigeria House of Representatives considers bill to establish a livestock university in Gombe to boost food security, jobs, and sector growth.

Nigeria aims to grow its livestock sector to $74bn with a $50bn private investment drive to boost productivity, value chains, and jobs.

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has handed over a batch of equipment to the Ivorian government to help combat African swine fever.

Western Cape strengthens FMD response with expanded vaccination and tighter livestock movement controls to contain the outbreak.

South Africa government deploys emergency funds and mass vaccination to fight foot-and-mouth disease.

With the inclusion of Sabadell, there are now 10 municipalities with confirmed cases, with a total of 40 outbreaks reported up to date.

The latest update points to greater corn availability driven by the USA and Ukraine, together with a stable soybean supply supported by the strong performance of Brazil and Paraguay.

South Africa and Germany partner to strengthen FMD control, boost livestock biosecurity, and enhance trade in animal products.

South Africa’s FMD vaccine delays leave pigs vulnerable, with farmers urging faster rollout to curb outbreaks and protect livestock.

South Africa’s pig industry faces rising feed costs, trade pressures, and logistics disruptions, impacting profitability amid shifting global markets.

South Africa battles a nationwide foot-and-mouth outbreak, with vaccination efforts underway amid economic losses, export bans, and rising meat prices.

South Africa’s pig industry sees cautious progress against foot-and-mouth disease, with vaccines, abattoir approvals, and ongoing research underway.

Since the last report, one new outbreak in wild boars has been reported with a total of 11 cases, with one case detected in the municipality of Barcelona.