
African swine fever outbreak hits Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa steps up response
South Africa Municipal authorities in Nelson Mandela Bay have acted quickly to contain African swine fever (ASF) outbreak.


South Africa Municipal authorities in Nelson Mandela Bay have acted quickly to contain African swine fever (ASF) outbreak.

Residents of Maun and nearby villages have been ordered to remove pigs from residential properties following a directive issued by the North West District Council (NWDC).

The political agreement provides preferential market access for certain US agricultural products, including pork.

WOAH launches PREVENT Forum, a new public-private dialogue mechanism to unlock the full potential of animal disease prevention, with a strong focus on vaccination.

In 2025, African swine fever (ASF) outbreaks increased across the European Union in both domestic pigs (+76%) and wild boar (+44%) compared to 2024.

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Strong demand for pigs in Shiselweni a region located in south Eswatini is creating new opportunities for local farmers with producer groups working to increase supply and improve production systems.

Red meat exports delivered significant returns to corn and soybean producers in 2025, according to an independent study conducted by the Juday Group and released by USMEF.

New strategy launched to strengthen UK preparedness against African and classical swine fever.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to expand Nigeria’s livestock sector from an estimated 32 billion dollars to 74 billion dollars within the next decade.

Stakeholders in Nigeria’s livestock sector have validated harmonised national protocols aimed at strengthening the characterisation, inventory and monitoring of Animal Genetic Resources to support livestock breeding, conservation and data driven policymaking.

Southern African nations are joining forces to tackle the Foot and mouth disease (FMD) outbreak through coordinated joint actions.



Authorities in Rwanda have banned the trading and movement of pigs in the districts of Bugesera and Rusizi following an outbreak of African swine fever (ASF).

Agricultural leaders and experts discussed reforms needed to strengthen livestock systems and improve food security amid climate and market pressures at the 18th International Agricultural Exhibition of Morocco (SIAM).

The countries on the list have proven their compliance with the EU restrictions on antimicrobial use in food-producing animals.

Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has launched a nationwide study to improve livestock data, policy and investment planning.

March exports of U.S. pork were among the largest on record, concluding a very strong first quarter.

The increase reflected higher prices across all meat categories, except ovine meat quotations.


The monthly increase reflected higher prices across major cereals, except sorghum and barley.

The South African pig industry is facing mounting pressure as foot-and-mouth disease and African swine fever continue to reduce sow numbers and increase production costs.

Hundreds of pig deaths and the rapid spread of a deadly livestock disease have forced authorities to impose a strict quarantine in Kalangala District of Uganda.

Communication experts urge a shift in farming narratives, as NIPR unveils an Agriculture and Food Security Hub to boost innovation and growth.

The Expert Advisory Committee assessed the current state of hog production and market conditions.

This marks the country's first known case of pseudorabies in commercial swine since 2004.

