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Avian Influenza

Nevada becomes 16th state to detect H5N1 in cattle

The Nevada Department of Agriculture has reported the state’s first case of H5N1 in dairy cattle, in Nye County.

Dairy Cow With Vet In Barn

Sustainability in Feed Production

Tasomix feed mill implements gas cogeneration system

Innovative technology has a capacity to produce 998 kW of electricity and 1100 kW of thermal energy.

African Swine Fever

K-State researchers develop tests to detect ASF on surfaces

Kansas State University researchers have published the findings of a study that looks at a seemingly simple way to add another layer of protection for the U.S. swine industry against African swine fever.

Brenntag begins exclusive distribution agreement with Pathway Intermediates

The agreement is for the distribution of Lipidol, the first absorption accelerator for the animal nutrition industry in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), Benelux and Nordic regions.

Business & Markets

WH Group shareholders approve Smithfield spinoff

Hong Kong-based WH Group said 99.4% of its shareholders approved the move, first announced in November.

Manitoba reports first case of PED virus in 2024

The case was identified in a finisher barn in southeastern Manitoba, according to reports, and has triggered full biocontainment as outlined in the Manitoba PED Elimination Plan.

Pigs In Pens Eating

Animal Nutrition

New probiotic shown to improve digestion in poultry and swine

A novel probiotic has been developed as a direct-fed microbial in poultry and swine feed to improve gut health and weight-gain efficiency. Additionally, feed cost savings may be realized through greater utilization of soybean meal in diets.

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Carbon Emissions Reduction

ForFarmers to trial electric delivery vehicles in UK

ForFarmers subsidiary CirQlar UK plans to deploy fully electric vehicles to deliver wheat feed to its feed mill in Selby, England.

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African Swine Fever

Scientists assess tick’s potential to spread ASF

As feral hog populations increase in Texas and the U.S., they create desirable conditions for disease-carrying ticks and increase the risk for an outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) virus.

NARA announces updates

New logos have been created for both FPRF and APPI.

Seaboard cleaning contractor fined again by DOL for violating child labor laws

A sanitation contractor at the Seaboard Triumph Foods LLC pork processing facility in Sioux City, Iowa, has been fined by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) for violating child labor laws.

Department Of Labor Website

Avian Influenza

California recalls all raw milk, cream from Raw Farm due to H5N1

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has recalled all raw milk and cream products from Raw Farm LLC due to possible H5N1 contamination. Pasteurized milk remains safe to drink.

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