Germany: Standardization for nitrate-contaminated groundwater areas
In light of amending the Fertiliser Ordinance comes the uniform designation of nitrate-polluted areas in Germany.
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NewsSpain: Nitrogen emission calculator for pig manure
Proper manure management is crucial, and farmers are the ones primarily responsible.
Germany: amendment to the Fertilizer Regulation approved
After several months of very intense and controversial debates, the German Upper House (Bundesrat) has approved a new amendment to the Fertilizer Regulations, as reported by the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture in its foreign news bulletin.
France reports on the unprofitability of its public slaughterhouses
France's Court of Auditors has just published its annual report. Among the issues addressed is a report on the public slaughterhouse situation.
Spain updates regulations for pig farm management
The key objective of the new management regulations is to establish the basis for sustainable livestock farming in the next few years.
Belgium: non-compliance with the Nitrates Directive
The Commission calls on Belgium to protect its waters against nitrate pollution.
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At #CAHE, we officially ..Mexico and Denmark work together to strengthen the swine industry
The cooperation project will make it possible to work together over the next three years on swine health issues and will help strengthen the industry in both countries and boost job creation in national food production.
EU: New regulation on fertilisers
The new Regulation promotes, among other things, the use of recycled or organic materials and specifies the maximum limit of cadmium.
Ireland: draft code of good agricultural practice for reducing ammonia emissions
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine today launched a public consultation process on the draft Code of Good Agricultural Practice for reducing Ammonia Emissions from Agriculture.
USA: Interactive map to help livestock producers
USDA-APHIS launches interactive map to help livestock producers obtain premises identification numbers or location identifiers.
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NewsBelgium strengthens animal welfare at the abattoirs
As published by Le Soir, Flanders will have its own mobile team for the control of welfare at the abattoirs.
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NewsDenmark: deficiencies in the cleaning and disinfection after transport
According to the control carried out, 4 out of 10 pig transport lorries are not cleaned nor disinfected correctly.
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NewsNitrates: Commission decides to refer Greece to the Court of Justice
In April 2015, the Court of Justice of the EU ruled that Greece violated EU law by failing to protect its waters against pollution caused by nitrates from agricultural sources. Four years later, the problem is still not fully resolved.
MEPs urge EU states to ensure better care of transported animals
More unannounced and risk-based checks and tougher penalties for offenders. Minimise transport time and transport carcasses rather than live animals. Better enforcement of existing rules, with the help of new technology.
EU: Nitrogen pollution expected to drop
The level of nitrogen lost to water in the EU is projected to drop in the period leading up to 2030, which should have a positive impact on biodiversity.
Agreement on Commission proposal to boost the use of organic and waste-based fertilisers
The new rules will facilitate the access of organic and waste-based fertilisers to the EU Single Market. It also introduces limits for cadmium and other contaminants in phosphate fertilisers.
Mexico will strengthen animal health and welfare
The SENASICA has launched the “Authorised Responsible Veterinarian” course.
Making it easier for producers of organic fertilisers to sell them across the EU
New rules easing access to the EU single market for fertilisers made from organic or recycled materials and setting limits for cadmium were agreed on Tuesday.
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- Infographics: A Welfare-Focused Fattening Barn in Synergy with a Methanation Unit
- The WelFarmers project was presented at the 77th EAAP Annual Meeting
Spain will implement measures to improve the comprehensive management of slurry
The Minister of Agriculture has informed that a Royal Decree on farm management and another one on sustainable agricultural nutrition are being drafted that will include new requirements for the improvement of the management of slurry.
Extension of biogas support scheme in Luxembourg
Commission approves €45 million extension of biogas support scheme in Luxembourg.
European Citizens' Initiative: Commission registers 'End the Cage Age' initiative
The stated objectives of the proposed Citizens' Initiative are to end "inhumane treatment of farm animals" kept in cages.
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NewsUK: New guide for farmers to help reduce air pollution from ammonia
Agriculture is responsible for 88% of UK emissions of ammonia gas and this voluntary guide will help farmers improve air quality.
Impact of carbon dioxide gas shortages on the British meat industry
Carbon dioxide gas shortages may affect the supply of meat and meat products to UK consumers as it is widely used in the meat processing industry.
FVE: position paper on the use of cameras in the slaughterhouses
FVE supports the use of high quality, well-placed, accessible CCTV operating to agreed standards and protocols.
Water medication calculator
Simulator that calculates the amount of drug to add to the water when using a flow dispenser.