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Avian Influenza

CDC confirms new human cases of H5N1 in California

The cases occurred in people who worked with infected dairy cows, and an investigation led by California is ongoing.

Livestock & Poultry Diseases

Research shows bovine H5N1 influenza may spread via milking

Study findings indicate that the milk and milking procedures, rather than respiratory spread, are the likely primary routes of H5N1 transmission between cattle.

Business & Markets

Farmers, ranchers ‘anxious’ as farm bill expires

A one-year extension of the 2018 farm bill expired September 30, and Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives don’t have the votes to pass a new bill, according to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack.

African Swine Fever

Philippines presses ahead with ASF vaccinations

Plans are being put in place for the next phase of the African swine fever (ASF) vaccination campaign in the Philippines: Further vaccines are being procured, even as the virus spreads across the country.

Animal Feed Additives & Ingredients

Bill introduced to secure US vitamin, amino acid supply chain

The Securing American Agriculture Act would require the USDA to study global supply chain markets for U.S. agricultural inputs, including feed ingredients, such as vitamins, minerals and amino acids used in feed and pet food production.

Carbon Emissions Reduction

Researcher sees potential methane solution in chicken eggs

Using chicken eggs as a form of 'passive immunization' against methane-producing bacteria might cut emissions from cattle — and perhaps a whole lot more.

African Swine Fever

France steps up ASF control measures

Concerned about the relentless westward spread of African swine fever (ASF) across Europe, the French authorities are increasing the intensity of disease surveillance and considering the construction of border fences to control wild animal movements.

Animal Feed Manufacturers

De Heus subsidiary aims to grow share of Kenya’s feed market

A new facility and expansion of poultry feed production by the local subsidiary of De Heus are expected to double the company’s share of the Kenyan feed market.

Commodities

Corn, soybean prices may be nearing 'bottom'

Global demand is starting to pick back up, but corn could see faster growth than the soybean market.

Feed Strategy Podcast

Crisis response strategies for the feed industry [PODCAST]

Susan Miller, 5MetaCom's public relations director, shares insights into how internal and external communications should be managed before, during and after an incident.

Regulatory Updates

AFIA continues to urge Congress to pass feed-related legislation

The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) continues to work toward passage of two bills in Congress that would affect the animal feed industry.

Livestock & Poultry Diseases

Symptoms of acidosis in feedlot cattle

Acidosis, a metabolic disorder, can develop quickly, often within a few days after introducing a high-grain diet or after making significant changes to the ration without an adequate adaptation period.

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