South Africa
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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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Montego takes South African Karoo Wild Dog treats to UK market
The range will make its official UK debut at PATS 2026 at the NEC Birmingham from 27–29 September.
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ANDRITZ set to showcase feed processing innovation at AFMA Forum 2026
The leading animal feed conference returns to Sun City for its 12th edition, with ANDRITZ among the key exhibitors confirmed for the three-day gathering.
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RCL Foods earnings fall as pet food disruption, sugar imports weigh on results
RCL Foods said a Salmonella recall also disrupted pet food production, causing stock write-offs and hurting second-half earnings.
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KwaZulu-Natal vaccinates 1.7 million cattle as FMD control campaign expands
Continued compliance with animal-health measures, including movement controls and disease reporting, will remain necessary to reduce the risk of further spread.
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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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South African producers gain access to 4.5M FMD vaccine doses
RMIS opens ordering platform for veterinarians to order the vaccine.
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South Africa, Italy sign agriculture cooperation deal focused on animal health and feed innovation
The partnership effectively creates a dual corridor: Italy accesses African markets via South Africa, while South Africa accesses European value
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South Africa adopts avian influenza vaccination strategy after US$529M poultry crisis
Initial findings from pilot programmes suggest that vaccination does not completely prevent infection but can significantly reduce mortality rates.
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SADC adopts strategies to fight livestock diseases and feed shortages
SADC Ministers call for coordinated action on fertiliser harm minimisation, animal disease control and crop development to build regional food system resilience.
