USA: Ractopamine-free fairs
In an effort to make their pigs more marketable after the show, Ohio showmen will no longer be able to use this feed additive to promote lean muscle growth.
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China releases more pork from reserves to ensure supply
For the first time since Lunar New Year, China releases pork from state reserves. A portion will be designated for those areas affected by the coronavirus epidemic.
Denmark: animals are sentient beings according to new and consolidated animal welfare laws
The new Animal Welfare Act respects animals as living and sentient beings, forming the framework for improving animal welfare for animals in Denmark.
Germany: aid for the castration of piglets under anaesthetic
The ministry has budgeted 20 million euros in 2020 to promote the purchase of anaesthetics, providing financial support to livestock farmers.
Italy reports cases of Aujeszky's disease in wild boar and dogs
In the last ten days at least six dogs have died from Aujeszky's disease in the provinces of Forlì, Cesena and Rimini.
Colombia regains FMD-free status through vaccination
Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Andrés Valencia Pinzón, reported that Colombia has once again achieved FMD-free status through vaccination.
Mexico: Guanajuato will have a Swine Reproduction and Innovation Center
The main objective of the facility is the inclusion of small and medium-scale producers, who will have access to top quality genetics.
US: Record-breaking pork exports in 2019
U.S. pork exports posted new volume and value records in 2019, reaching nearly $7 billion, according to data released by USDA and compiled by USMEF.
IPVS2020: Scientific Committee announces complete scientific program
The event will bring together some of the world's most renowned researchers from June 2nd to 5th in the city of Rio de Janeiro
STI BIOTECHNOLOGIE steps up its international expansion focusing on South America
After Europe and Asian countries, STI BIOTECHNOLOGIE - specialised in the production of lactic ferment based products for livestock farming and the agroenvironment, is continuing its international development.
Topigs Norsvin appoints new CEO
With over 25 years of international experience, Villaume Kalworld looks forward to being the CEO of the leading swine genetics company.
New Tick Cell Biobank Outpost at ILRI to support research in Africa on ticks and tick-borne diseases
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) has been selected as Africa’s Outpost for tick cell lines to serve as a resource for global arthropod research in the continent.
China isn't letting coronavirus fears affect the pork supply
China moves to ensure animal product supply amid coronavirus epidemic control. Fears of spreading the disease threaten the livestock industry.
An exceptionally eventful period for global grain markets
According to AMIS' Market Monitor, geopolitical tensions including the US-China trade agreement along with the rapid spread of coronavirus may impact agriculture markets.
Irish pigmeat export value hits record high in 2019
Ireland's agri-food exports were at a record €14.5 billion in 2019. With strong demand for pigmeat, exports reached €941million.
Spain confirms death of hunting dogs with symptoms of Aujeszky's disease
The Government of Navarra has confirmed the death of four dogs with symptoms consistent with Aujeszky's disease. All of them had been in direct contact with the same wild boar, during a hunt in the Anué Valley.