livestock diseases
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Kenya unveils US$16.3M livestock plan ahead of El Niño
The government will allocate KSh1.5 billion (US$11.6 million) for vaccines, veterinary medicines, lab supplies, mobile clinics and emergency response equipment.
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South Africa suspends OBP acting CEO over FMD vaccine pricing
The allegation against OBP is that it bought FMD vaccines from Biogénesis at R45 (US$2.81) per dose and sold them for between R70 (US$4.37) and R130 (US$8.12) per dose.
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Russia imposes quarantine near Moscow over lumpy skin disease outbreak
Lumpy skin disease is mainly insect-borne, causing fever, skin nodules, weakness and reduced milk production. It does not affect humans.
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KALRO, CABI strengthen research partnership to support livestock and farmers
Stronger research links could help livestock farmers adopt new technologies and access timely information on animal health and farm management.
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EU suspends Brazilian animal product imports over antibiotic concerns
The restrictions will remain until Brazil demonstrates compliance with EU requirements.
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Purdue researchers test catmint oil fogging to control avian influenza in poultry
The research will assess whether the technology can reduce virus levels in poultry environments while protecting bird health and production.
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Botswana steps up FMD controls as livestock trade faces disruption
The government expects the work to be completed by the end of August.
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Botswana to hand over FMD vaccines to Lesotho
The support follows commitments made under the Botswana-Lesotho Binational Commission, where Botswana announced assistance of 100,000 doses of FMD vaccine to Lesotho.
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SAVC urges farmers to strengthen everyday biosecurity
The warning comes as South Africa continues to strengthen its response to foot-and-mouth disease (FMD).
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US$750M Texas screwworm facility to open seven months ahead of schedule
Additionally, USDA officials launch AI-equipped drones to detect screwworm in South Texas livestock
