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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).

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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).

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).

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

Farmers can apply for grants for productivity, slurry, and animal health and welfare.

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