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by Editor | Dec 19, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health News
Source: Health Day A study by Texas A&M University has revealed that fentanyl, a potent opioid, has been detected in the blubber of bottlenose dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico. Researchers found traces of fentanyl in 30 of 89 dolphins sampled, including 18 live... read more
by Editor | Dec 17, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry, Livestock
Source: Chron Scientists have discovered a new species of mining bee, Andrena androfovea, in Texas and Oklahoma, marking a significant breakthrough in bee biodiversity research. Published in Ecology and Evolution, the study reveals that this species, unique for its... read more
by Editor | Dec 14, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry
Source: Saipan Tribune The Saipan Humane Society (SHS) and the Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Animal Health division, supported by a USDA NextGen Grant, are hosting a Veterinary team from Washington State University (WSU) to enhance animal health services... read more
by Editor | Dec 10, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health News
Source: Gobierno de Mexico The governments of Mexico and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to collaborate on preventing and controlling the cattle screwworm (GBG) in North America. Both nations aim to protect food production and facilitate trade... read more
by Editor | Dec 9, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry
Source: Science Daily A collaborative study by Texas A&M Department of Entomology and the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service has identified genetic markers for sex determination in Rhipicephalus microplus, a tick species that spreads bovine babesiosis... read more
by Editor | Dec 6, 2024 | Agriculture, Livestock
Source: AVMA News Rural communities in the U.S. face a growing shortage of veterinarians specializing in food animals and public health, essential for maintaining the nation’s livestock and food supply. Despite efforts, most Veterinary students pursue careers with... read more
by Editor | Nov 28, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry - Views, Animal Health News - Views, Companion Animal - Views, Equine - Views, Livestock, Livestock - Views, Other - Views
Source: Farmer’s Guide The UK has achieved its lowest levels of multi-drug resistance (AMR) in animals since reporting began a decade ago, according to the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). Sales of critically important antibiotics for human health remain... read more
by Editor | Nov 28, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry - Views, Animal Health News - Views, Companion Animal - Views, Equine - Views, Livestock - Views, Other - Views
Source: Seafood Source The shrimp-farming industry’s success hinges on greater inter-industry collaboration to meet rising consumer demands for traceability, sustainability, and animal welfare, according to a panel at the AquaExpo conference in Guayaquil,... read more
by Editor | Nov 27, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry - Views, Animal Health News - Views, Companion Animal - Views, Equine - Views, Livestock - Views, Other - Views
Source: Agriland The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) in Ireland is seeking a service provider to deliver training and advisory services in animal health and biosecurity for on-farm advisors. This initiative, part of the EU Rural Development... read more
by Editor | Nov 26, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry - Views, Animal Health News - Views, Companion Animal - Views, Equine - Views, Livestock - Views, Other - Views
Source: C & EN Researchers in California and Colorado are testing an innovative mosquito control method using ivermectin-coated birdseed to reduce mosquito populations and curb the spread of West Nile virus. Ivermectin, an antiparasitic drug, paralyzes and kills... read more
by Editor | Nov 19, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health News
Source: UF News A University of Florida research team, led by Dr. Ludovica Chiavaccini, is using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve pain assessment in animals, starting with goats. The team filmed goats in pain, such as those with bladder stones, and those... read more
by Editor | Nov 7, 2024 | Agriculture
Source: Business Wire Milk Specialties Global, a top nutritional ingredients manufacturer, has rebranded as Actus Nutrition to better align with its expanding role in the health and nutrition sector. Actus Nutrition, a major supplier of protein ingredients, serves... read more
by Editor | Nov 4, 2024 | Agriculture
Source: Agriculture Dive Starting November 5, cattle ranchers and dairy farmers will need electronic identification (EID or RFID) for certain cattle and bison being shipped out of state under a new USDA disease traceability rule. This regulation applies to dairy cows,... read more
by Editor | Nov 3, 2024 | Agriculture
Source: Business Wire Tractor Supply Company, the largest U.S. rural lifestyle retailer, has announced its acquisition of Allivet, a leading online pet pharmacy. This move aims to strengthen Tractor Supply’s offerings for pet, equestrian, and livestock customers,... read more
by Editor | Nov 3, 2024 | Agriculture
Source: The Guardian Scientists have used weather radar to map bird migration across Australia’s east coast for the first time, showing structured patterns that could shape conservation strategies. Using radar data from 2018-2022, researchers identified two main... read more
by Editor | Oct 31, 2024 | Agriculture
Source: High Plains Journal Merck Animal Health has launched SENSEHUB Dairy Youngstock, the first monitoring technology designed for dairy calves, covering from birth to 12 months of age. The SENSEHUB ear tag uses science-based algorithms to continuously monitor calf... read more
by Editor | Oct 30, 2024 | Agriculture
Source: The Malaysian Reserve Boehringer Ingelheim has opened an expanded research and development facility in Athens, Georgia, enhancing its commitment to animal health with a $66.1 million investment and creating 63 new jobs. The 91,000-square-foot facility includes... read more
by Editor | Oct 29, 2024 | Agriculture
Source: Ag Week The Minnesota Board of Animal Health confirmed the first 2024 case of West Nile virus (WNV) in a horse, a 2-year-old unvaccinated Belgian colt in Todd County. The colt, showing severe symptoms, died on August 26. Nearby, three other horses showed... read more
by Editor | Oct 22, 2024 | Agriculture
Source: Farm Journal The USDA announced initiatives to promote fair competition in American agriculture, aiming to lower food prices for consumers in line with President Biden’s Executive Order on Promoting Competition. Key actions include a three-part seed... read more
by Editor | Oct 4, 2024 | Agriculture, Livestock
Source: Pork Business The Ohio Pork Council has spearheaded a coalition of 11 agricultural groups to intervene in a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), filed by the Environmental Law and Policy Center (ELPC) on May 1, 2024. ELPC claims... read more
