Avian influenza: Unspeakable damage and unexplainable consequences
With millions of commercially raised birds affected by avian influenza on thousands of premises in major poultry-producing nations, the call for vaccination is getting louder. So much so that the IEC and IPC drafted a joint statement to convince the industry,...
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Among the key issues being addressed by the task force are international trade issues associated with vaccination, such as whether nations will accept breeding stock that have been vaccinated, the cost-effective nature of the vaccine, administering the vaccine, and...
read moreAnother look at processed animal protein for UK poultry
With increasing focus on the environmental impact of food production, reducing the use of South American soya in animal feed has been highlighted as key to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in poultry production. Processed animal protein has often been promoted as a...
read moreCape Town port users ‘frustrated’ by massive backlogs
Cape Town port users and transporters have lambasted Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) for its alleged lack of transparency regarding the slow pace of recovery after strong winds halted container operations last week. Cape Town port users ‘frustrated’ by massive backlogs...
read moreRand’s worst year-to-date performance in a decade
South Africa’s rand experienced the worst start of the year in over a decade, making it one of the poorest-performing currencies in the world. Rand’s worst year-to-date performance in a decade – Daily...
read moreThe African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agreement
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agreement entered into force on 30 May 2019 for the 24 countries that had deposited their instruments of ratification with the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson. This date marked 30 days after the 22nd...
read moreFar-reaching consequences of decreased protein imports.
Far-reaching consequences of decreased protein imports As an end-user, the South African consumer is increasingly feeling the strain of all industries, including the meat import and export industry. This is what the latest SARS trade statistics ending December 2022...
read moreBird flu a growing threat to global poultry sector
AVIAN flu has reached new corners of the globe and become endemic for the first time in some wild birds that transmit the virus to poultry, according to veterinarians and disease experts. They warn, it is now a year-round problem. Experts say the prevalence of the...
read moreNew bird flu cases in Córdoba and Salta
Argentina’s National Healthcare and Agrifood Quality Service, SENASA, has confirmed new cases of bird flu in Salta and Córdoba provinces. Since cases have been reported across the border in Uruguay, the institution is also strengthening epidemiological controls in...
read moreBrazil on high alert as bird flu spreads further south
The virus has continued to spread worldwide in North and South America, Europe, Asia and Africa, leading to record outbreaks, which threatens the world’s food supply. Brazil on high alert as bird flu spreads further south - ESS-Feed...
read moreProfessor Jaroslaw Dastych: Novel antibacterial solution for poultry
The antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global challenge. Consumers are becoming more aware of the problem and it is one of the reasons why the demand for antibiotic-free food is rising. Do you see it more as a lasting trend or rather a temporary fad? Professor...
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Food prices increased at the fastest pace in almost 14 years in January, when Eskom intensified rolling blackouts. Annual food and nonalcoholic beverage inflation quickened to 13.4% from 12.4% in December, Pretoria-based Stats SA said Wednesday in a statement on its...
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