African Swine Fever Testing & Surveillance

African Swine Fever Testing & Surveillance

 

USDA Takes New Action to Prevent African Swine Fever
APHIS will begin testing for African swine fever as part of USDA's enhanced surveillance efforts.

Feral Swine: USDA Monitors World’s Worst Invasive Alien Species
Feral swine don’t recognize boundaries. Some say they’re the world’s worst invasive alien species. As the population grows, many are feeling the consequences.

Boehringer Ingelheim, GNA Biosolutions Partner on ASF Diagnostics Test
A new research partnership could lead to diagnostic solutions for African swine fever.

USDA Expands Sampling Methods for Foreign Animal Disease Investigation
USDA labs expand disease sampling to include lymph node

 

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Food Security is a Real Challenge
Food Security is a Real Challenge

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Profit Tracker: Packer Losses Mount; Pork Margins Solid
Profit Tracker: Packer Losses Mount; Pork Margins Solid

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Colombia Becomes First Country to Restrict US Beef Due to H5N1 in Dairy Cattle
Colombia Becomes First Country to Restrict US Beef Due to H5N1 in Dairy Cattle

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On-farm Severe Weather Safety

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Invest in Resources Today for a More Successful Tomorrow
Invest in Resources Today for a More Successful Tomorrow

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