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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.

A sterile fly production facility plays a crucial role in NWS prevention and response.

In the first quarter of 2026, Spanish imports of live pigs for further rearing or slaughter showed a clear downward trend.

New retail and USDA data reinforce California Prop. 12’s impact on pork producers and consumers.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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