Livestock
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ECOWAS adopts regional strategies to combat livestock diseases
The 2026-2031 plans target foot-and-mouth disease, avian influenza and donkey health, with a focus on stronger cross-border surveillance and coordinated responses.
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FFAR, Medgene fund vaccine research against screwworm
The US$499,996 grant will support cattle trials to assess whether a vaccine can help prevent New World screwworm larvae from damaging livestock tissue.
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Kemin secures US FDA approval for chromium in layer diets
The approval extends the authorised use of KemTRACE® Chromium to laying hens and broiler breeders, expanding its application in poultry nutrition.
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Kenya introduces Livestock Bill to regulate animal feeds
The proposed law would establish a dedicated livestock regulator, research institutions and a development fund to strengthen production, animal health and market access.
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Nigeria brings livestock, health ministries together to tackle antimicrobial resistance
The government is advancing a One Health approach to responsible antimicrobial use, disease prevention and food safety ahead of a global ministerial conference.
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Kenya’s barley boom raises questions for animal feed supply
Rising export demand is widening the price gap between malting and feed-grade barley, with implications for ingredient sourcing and competition with maize.
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AU-IBAR calls for livestock genetic resources in Africa’s seed agenda
Africa’s seed policies have long prioritised crops, but livestock genetics, forage and rangelands are critical to building climate-resilient animal production systems.
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Nigeria launches three-week livestock vaccination campaign
The campaign targets three major livestock diseases, with teams set to cover all local government areas and local council development areas across the state.
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MIMO feed factory raises capacity to 50 tonnes a day
Automation has raised the factory’s daily production capacity from 5 tonnes to 50 tonnes, as the company aims to boost livestock productivity and farmers’ incomes.
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Fixkraft opens expanded feed processing facility
The multifunctional silo comprises a 12,000-cubic-meter silo system and a modern hydrothermal processing plant for oilseeds, including soybeans and rapeseed.
