ASFv vaccine candidate can be produced in a cell line This means that those involved in vaccine production will no longer have to rely on live pigs.
Better cell line found for PRRS vaccine development Research found a cell line that could enhance the development for autogenous vaccinations for PRRS.
Maternal immunity to M. hyo explored in more detail The exact role of maternal immunity has become a little clearer when sows have been vaccinated.
Coming soon: Webinar on gut health in pigs What are the ideal dietary formulas to help piglets have a healthy gut?
Porcine circovirus 3 – is it a virus to worry about? At the Spanish research institute CReSA-IRTA a range of studies have been conducted lately.
ASF Germany: Wild boar victims top 1,000 cases The number of wild boar that have fallen victim to African Swine Fever virus in Germany has exceeded 1,000.
ESPHM review, day 1: Vaccines and drugs in perspective Veterinary health experts reflected on safety and security of vaccines and drugs.
Midges, mosquitoes and flies and their role in ASFv spread What role do midges, mosquitoes and flies play in the spread of ASFv?
ASF Poland/Germany: Permanent border fence nears completion The responsible minister indicated to be optimistic.
CSF Brazil: 2 outbreaks outside the Free Zone The Brazilian state Piaui, in the country’s North East region, confirmed 2 outbreaks of CSF.
ASF Germany/Poland: Almost 5,000 cases in border zone In a combined count on March 29, the count has risen to 4,978 infected animals since November 2019.
ASF Poland: Virus hits farm in the west with 16,000 pigs The first outbreak of African Swine Fever on a farm in Poland in 2021 took place in Western Poland.
ASF Germany: Number of wild boar cases tops Belgium The number of ASF cases in wild boar in Germany has now officially exceeded those of Belgium.
Minimal transmission of live flu vaccine for piglets Transmission levels of a live influenza A virus vaccine in piglets are minimal for up to 6 days.
ASF Germany: Free-range farm depopulated ASF will indirectly lead to the depopulation of an organic swine farm in Germany.
ASF Russia: Over half a million pigs culled this winter Around 560,000 pigs have been culled on various commercial swine farms in Russia.
5 Parallels between ASF and Covid-19 Pig welfare and production expert Dr Irene Camerlink found 5 parallels between Covid-19 and ASF.
Mass depopulation on pig farms, what does science say? Currently we do not know enough, says, pig health and welfare expert Dr Monique Pairis-Garcia.
ASF Asia: Wild boar as virus reservoir Pig Progress editor Vincent ter Beek follows the ASF outbreaks in wild boar.
Quarterly update: All change as ASF arrives in Germany Dr John Strak considers how the discovery of ASF-infected wild boar is affecting pig prices.
ASF Germany: 10 questions on what is next? Pig Progress editor Vincent ter Beek searches for answers on 10 questions about ASF in Germany.
The future of pig production: Welcome to the Green Deal Antibiotics, zinc oxide, consumer and retailer demands, African Swine Fever… As if there weren’t enough...
Taking the life of a pig is never an easy choice Euthanising animals is certainly not the nicest part of a pig caretaker’s job. How can we make sure that...
How Covid-19 impacts even Pig Progress The rapid spread of the recent coronavirus (Covid-19) affects or has affected the daily life of virtually...
Addressing the complexities in pig production A recent episode of the programme ‘60 Minutes’ in the United States led to critical reactions in the US swine...
Oops, a dead pig on the shore. Now what? African Swine Fever confronts national authorities with sensitive dilemmas. Of course it is great to be able to...
Prudent antimicrobial use: The best to boost productivity Farmers all over the EU are working hard to reduce the use of antibiotics in animal production. Although this...
Immunity: What can pig farmers do themselves? Immunity in pig production is not a particularly easy subject. It all starts with producing knowing what they...
Mycotoxin transmission from sows to piglets How do ZEN and DON and their derivatives transmit during gestation and lactation of sows?
Non-antibiotic medication against swine dysentery Bit by bit, the toolbox for controlling swine dysentery has become emptier in recent years.
Working together as the answer to eradicate ASFv Viruses and cooperation are key through the life and career of prof. José Manuel Sánchez-Vizcaíno.
US antibiotics usage: the numbers explained The US swine sector has taken steps to decrease the use of medically important antimicrobials (MIA).
Breeding for robustness as the way forward Dr Jenelle Dunkelberger, Topigs Norsvin’s geneticist for the US, is on top of this concept.
Tackling ileitis by boosting immunity Adopting resilient control solutions is becoming increasingly important.
Farm visit: Farming wild boar in times of ASF How are wild boar farmed in Finland? And how can they be protected properly?
A hot innovation disinfecting pig trucks The DrySist system effectively disinfects trucks to improve biosecurity on swine farms.
Combining sensors for better climate control The PigSys project considers a whole system improvement.
Germany’s plan to be ASF-free again Neither farmers nor hunters are entirely convinced the right approach has been taken.
Measuring the effectiveness of swine barn air filters Many farmers have invested in swine barn air filters. How can their effectiveness be measured?
Protecting Brazil from pig diseases Technical director of the Pig Producers Association Charli Ludtke talks about keeping pigs healthy.
Enhancing pig herd health in a dash Irish farmer Patrick Ryan uses a dashboard system to improve the health of his pig herd.
Interview Fernanda Almeida: IPVS president for 2 more years Dr Fernanda Almeida was an undergraduate student when the International Pig Veterinary Society (IPVS) congress...
Working on feed biosecurity with the ice block challenge Scientists investigated the effect of additives on mitigating the transmission of viral diseases.
African Swine Fever in Belgium – a look back Belgium has hopes that by autumn 2020, the status 'free from ASF' can be obtained again.