UK: pork still top performer
Retail pork prices rose by 3.1% in July, according to the RPI index, compared with a year ago says the latest BPEX quarterly category report.
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China: pig prices impact the world economy
Of the 1 billion pigs being raised in the world, about half are in China, where pork consumption is increasing as the Chinese economy develops. As a result, pork prices are rising, a trend that is impacting the world economy.
New tool on pig333.com, a water medication calculator
pig333.com presents a new section: water medication calculator. This tool calculates the quantity of medicine to incorporate in water when using a flow dispenser.
JRC showcases its research at Ireland's biggest agricultural event
The fact that Europe needs a million more scientists to achieve its targets sparked interest among the youth and particularly among those who are engaged in science and research.
RespiSure-ONE® now registered for use in day old piglets
Canadian swine producers can now vaccinate for mycoplasma pneumonia when they process baby pigs. A new label claim makes RespiSure-ONE the only vaccine approved for administration at one day of age.
ISU Kolmer Award recognizes research that benefits Iowans
Steve Hoff received the award for his focus on solving problems through research during the past 20 years. His work with odor mitigation strategies seeks to keep applications affordable and easily implemented and managed.
One of his more visible projects is the Community Assessment Model for Odor Dispersion. The model is used to help farmers select sites for new swine facilities that would have less impact on a community. Through his research more than 200 facilities minimized the odor impact on neighbors.
Thompson's tip: Lighten up for breeding sows
He points out that it is also important to ensure the weaned sow and service area is well lit, i.e. to an intensity of at least 200 lux and on a 16-hour light, 8-hour dark pattern.
Ireland: farmer health and safety training initiative
A national programme of Half-Day Health and Safety Training courses, organised by Teagasc and the Health and Safety Authority, was launched by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney. The courses assist farmers to complete a comprehensive farm health and safety risk assessment as required under safety, health and welfare at work legislation.
Honduras: Country free of Classical Swine Fever (CSF)
After 20 years of struggle, Honduras was finally declared CSF free in August.
EU: modification of traceability regulations for animal products
The OJEU has published, COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) Nº 931/2011 of 19 September 2011 on the traceability requirements set by Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 of the European Parliament and of the Council for food of animal origin
Government support to agriculture in OECD countries fell to 18%
Government support to agriculture in OECD countries fell to 18% of total farm receipts in 2010, a record low linked to high commodity prices. Support to producers stood at $227 billion (EUR 172 billion) in OECD countries in 2010. Most government support is still given in ways that distort production and trade while doing relatively little to improve productivity and competitiveness, ensure sustainable resource use or help farmers cope with risk.
Ukraine: Livestock down
Pigs livestock in Ukraine as of September 1, 2011, made up 8.102 million heads, which is 3.2% less against the same period of 2010.
UK: new pre-requisite programmes from BSI set to minimise risks in the manufacture of animal food and feed
The British Standards Institution, BSI, launches a new Publically Available Specification (PAS) for animal food and feed to further reduce food safety risks along the food supply chain.
USA: Agricultural cuts
President Obama introduced Monday the deficit reduction and economic growth plan. Some excerpts of the Agricultural Chapter are reproduced here.
EFSA: opinion on the safety and efficacy of thaumatin
Thaumatin at a recommended use range of 1 to 5 mg/kg complete feed is safe for all animal species with a considerable margin of safety.
USA: Introducing FDA's CORE Network
FDA announces the Coordinated Outbreak Response and Evaluation (CORE) Network – created to manage not just outbreak response, but surveillance and post-response activities related to incidents involving multiple illnesses linked to FDA-regulated human and animal food and cosmetic products.