Namibia: FMD Control Area Established in ||Kharas
Namibia's Ministry of Agriculture has established a Foot-and-Mouth Disease control area in ||Kharas to maintain its FMD-free status and safeguard international trade.
South Africa: North West Intensifies FMD Vaccination Drive Across Districts
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is intensifying its Foot and Mouth Disease vaccination campaign to combat an outbreak that has affected livestock in the province.
Foot-and-Mouth Disease: Complete Blockade of Mytilene Port by Farmers Until Monday Night
Farmers in Lesbos have decided to fully blockade all entry and exit gates of Mytilene port until Monday night in response to foot-and-mouth disease concerns.
Second case of foot-and-mouth disease in Lesbos: Immediate slaughter of infected livestock β Strengthening surveillance with veterinarians
A second case of foot-and-mouth disease has been confirmed in a sheep farm in Lesbos, leading to immediate measures for slaughtering infected animals to prevent the spread of the virus.
Second case of foot-and-mouth disease in Mytilene - blockade at the port by farmers
Mytilene is on high alert following the confirmation of a second case of foot-and-mouth disease in a sheep farm, linked to the original outbreak in cattle.
Lesbos: New case of foot-and-mouth disease β Blockades and protests from livestock farmers against the backdrop of the 'lockdown'
A new case of foot-and-mouth disease has been detected on a livestock farm in Lesbos, leading to the culling of animals and protests from farmers against the government's lockdown measures.
Disinfection measures started at the port of Thessaloniki for foot-and-mouth disease
Disinfection measures have begun at the port of Thessaloniki to prevent the spread of foot-and-mouth disease in mainland Greece.
Compensation for milk in Lesvos due to foot-and-mouth disease
The Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food announced compensation for milk that cannot be utilized due to foot-and-mouth disease containment measures in Lesvos.
From sheep pox to foot-and-mouth disease: Greek livestock farming on the brink
Greece faces a significant threat to its livestock sector as foot-and-mouth disease emerges alongside an ongoing sheep pox outbreak.
"Irreversible consequences": strong rejection from CRA to a government decision on foot-and-mouth vaccination
The Argentine governmentβs decision to relax foot-and-mouth disease vaccination protocols has faced strong backlash from the Confederaciones Rurales Argentinas (CRA), citing risks to public health and export capabilities.
Foot-and-Mouth Disease: What Is It and How Is It Treated? Are Humans at Risk?
The recent confirmation of a foot-and-mouth disease case in Greece has highlighted the need for reliable information and stringent biosecurity measures.
Mytilene: Lesvos in a state of emergency due to Foot-and-Mouth disease
Lesvos has been declared in a state of emergency following the threat of Foot-and-Mouth disease outbreak.
Thessaloniki: Strict disinfection measures in the port and airport to prevent the spread of foot-and-mouth disease from Lesbos
The region of Central Macedonia in Greece is enforcing strict disinfection measures at the port of Thessaloniki and Macedonia Airport to prevent foot-and-mouth disease transmission after a confirmed case in Lesbos.
Lesbos: Emergency Measures for Foot-and-Mouth Disease β Provisions for Animals, Milk, Meat, Animal By-Products, and Feed
Emergency measures have been implemented on Lesbos following the laboratory confirmation of a foot-and-mouth disease case, aiming to prevent the disease's spread.
Measures against foot-and-mouth disease in Lesbos β What is provided
The Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food has implemented urgent measures in Lesbos following a confirmed case of foot-and-mouth disease, including the establishment of protection and surveillance zones.
Lesbos: The Commission on the Outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease - 'It is important to take immediate measures'
The European Commission has confirmed an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease at a livestock facility on Lesbos and emphasizes the need for rapid response measures from Greek authorities.
Lesbos in lockdown after foot-and-mouth disease outbreak β 10 questions and answers about the disease
Lesbos island has been placed under a lockdown for livestock after a case of foot-and-mouth disease was confirmed in a cattle breeding farm.
New UK airport 'duty free' food ban update as Greece outbreak confirmed
The UK government has updated its travel restrictions on food items due to a confirmed outbreak of foot and mouth disease in Greece, affecting duty-free purchases as well.
The Freedom to Choose: The Forceful Message from a Producer Following a Historical Government Measure
A cattle producer from Corrientes, Ricardo MathΓ³ Meabe, expressed strong support for a new resolution allowing producers to choose their own licensed veterinarians for vaccination against foot-and-mouth disease.
Case of foot-and-mouth disease in cattle farming in Lesbos: Emergency measures for disease containment
A case of foot-and-mouth disease was confirmed in cattle farming in Lesbos, Greece, leading to the implementation of emergency measures to contain the disease.
Alarm in Lesbos: Case of foot-and-mouth disease confirmed β The ministry's plan
Lesbos is on health alert following the confirmation of a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in local cattle farming.
South Africa: Lack of Border Fences Between SA and Zim Compounding Foot and Mouth Spread - Steenhuisen
The South African Agriculture Minister, John Steenhuisen, highlighted that the absence of border fences with Zimbabwe is worsening the spread of foot and mouth disease in Limpopo.
Smallpox: Deaths reach 484,135 - New alarm after the foot-and-mouth disease case in Lesvos
Greece is currently battling a significant outbreak of smallpox causing drastic livestock losses, prompting urgent government efforts to contain the spread and protect the livestock sector ahead of Easter celebrations.
Heated debate: the voices for and against the deregulation of foot-and-mouth vaccination
A new resolution from Senasa deregulates the foot-and-mouth vaccination process, allowing private veterinarians to administer vaccines, sparking mixed reactions among producers in the cattle industry.
Changes in the foot-and-mouth disease vaccine: the countryside is divided over a government measure that promises to lower costs
The Argentine governmentβs new resolution allows livestock producers to choose private veterinarians for vaccinating cattle against foot-and-mouth disease, leading to mixed reactions among agricultural entities.
South African farmers reeling from foot-and-mouth disaster
Farmers in South Africa are struggling with a severe outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease, claiming government responses have come too late.
"Absolutely Inopportune": An Entity Rejected a Key Deregulation in the Foot-and-Mouth Vaccination Program
The Rural Associations Confederation of Buenos Aires and La Pampa rejected the government's deregulation in the vaccination program against foot-and-mouth disease, allowing producers to choose their veterinarians starting next year.
"Absolutely unconsulted": Carbap's strong reaction to the deregulation of foot-and-mouth disease vaccination
Carbap criticized the Senasa measure allowing direct selection of veterinarians by producers for foot-and-mouth disease vaccination.
South Africa: Foot and Mouth Disease Cases in North West Rise to 179
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development reports a rise in Foot and Mouth Disease cases, reaching 179 confirmed infections in the province.
Foot-and-Mouth Disease: Argentina Will Access an Extraregional Strain Bank
Argentina has become the first country in Latin America to gain access to an extraregional strain bank for foot-and-mouth disease following a public-private cooperation agreement.
"Cheaper and Better": Sturzenegger Spoke of a Revolution After the Deregulation of Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccination
Argentine officials have announced a new resolution allowing livestock producers to have greater freedom in choosing veterinarians and purchasing vaccinations for foot-and-mouth disease.
The Government made changes to the foot-and-mouth vaccination campaign: authorized free choice of private veterinarians
Argentina's government has altered its foot-and-mouth disease vaccination campaign by allowing farmers to choose their own certified private veterinarians for administering vaccinations.
"Expand Freedom": From 2027, Producers Will Be Able to Choose a Private Veterinarian for Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccination
Starting in 2027, Argentine producers will have the freedom to select accredited private veterinarians for foot-and-mouth disease vaccinations, as part of a government initiative to streamline the vaccination process.
Ecuador advances towards being declared free of foot-and-mouth disease without vaccination by 2027
Ecuador aims to be declared free of foot-and-mouth disease without vaccination for cattle and buffalo by 2027, following a strategy supported by the World Organization for Animal Health.
South Africa still battling FMD in cattle, mass vaccination campaign launched
South Africa launches a mass vaccination campaign to combat foot-and-mouth disease affecting cattle after a significant outbreak.
Botswana: Ministry Relocates More Than 200 Cattle
More than 200 cattle have been relocated in Botswana to prevent the spread of Foot and Mouth Disease following its detection in a nearby area in South Africa.
"We want to choose who with": a conflict erupted between producers and a foundation over the price of the foot-and-mouth vaccine
A conflict has erupted in Buenos Aires province as livestock producers demand the right to choose which foundation to buy foot-and-mouth disease vaccine doses from due to pricing disputes.
War for vaccination: producers warn that they are 'captive' of a foundation and request the intervention of Senasa
In Argentina, livestock producers are facing a vaccination crisis as they claim they are being forced to use a more expensive foundation for foot-and-mouth disease vaccines.
"End of a Battle": Sturzenegger spoke after the approval of a Brazilian veterinary vaccine and toned down the fight with a laboratory
Argentine official Federico Sturzenegger addressed the approval of a Brazilian veterinary vaccine, suggesting a resolution to a two-year dispute with local laboratory BiogΓ©nesis-BagΓ³.
"The battle is moral": Federico Sturzenegger celebrated the approval of a new vaccine against foot-and-mouth disease
Federico Sturzenegger, Argentina's Minister of Deregulation and State Transformation, celebrated the approval of a new foot-and-mouth disease vaccine by SENASA, framing it as a resolution of a protracted dispute.
South Africa: Turkish FMD Vaccines Arrival Scales Up National Vaccination Drive
South Africa has received a shipment of 1.5 million Foot-and-Mouth Disease vaccines from Turkey to bolster its national vaccination efforts.
South Africa: National and Provincial Legislatures Unite to Tackle Foot-and-Mouth Disease As Economic and Food Security Crisis
South African legislators are collaborating to address foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) due to its impact on economic and food security.
South Africa starts mass vaccination program to halt foot-and-mouth outbreak
South Africa is implementing a mass vaccination program for cattle to combat a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak that is disrupting livestock supplies and exports.
Senasa approved a new vaccine against foot-and-mouth disease
The National Service of Agro-food Health and Quality (SENASA) in Argentina has approved a new foot-and-mouth disease vaccine developed by Tecnovax, which will enhance the country's cattle health system.
After two years of rejection: Senasa authorized the registration of a new vaccine against foot-and-mouth disease
Senasa in Argentina has approved the registration of a new foot-and-mouth disease vaccine from Tecnovax after nearly two years of various procedures.
In Cyprus, 11 outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease have been recorded in recent days
Cyprus has experienced 11 recent outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease, prompting the culling of around 14,000 animals and the establishment of a protection zone.
UK Food Ban for Airport Travellers Update as Minister Issues Statement
The UK government has updated its food ban for travelers at airports due to a food and mouth disease outbreak in Europe, prohibiting the import of specific food items to protect livestock health.
Uganda: Foot & Mouth Disease Outbreak Shuts Ntungamo Livestock Markets
An outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease in Ntungamo District, Uganda, has led to the closure of livestock markets and heightened tensions between veterinary authorities and local farmers.
Cyprus faces a health emergency: 13,000 animals slaughtered to stop foot-and-mouth disease
Cyprus has begun the slaughter of 13,000 sheep, goats, and cattle to contain an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in the Larnaca region.
South Africa: Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccine Signals a Turning Point for SA Agriculture
The arrival of Foot-and-Mouth Disease vaccines in South Africa is seen as a crucial development for the country's agricultural sector, enhancing economic growth and job creation.