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A livestock unit in Preveza, Greece, has been quarantined following symptoms of sheep pox in over 15 sheep, with blood samples sent for testing to confirm the presence of the disease.

The Argentine livestock sector is experiencing one of its most favorable periods in recent years, driven by historically high prices for both beef cattle and calves.

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.

The Cañuelas Agro-Livestock Market reported a significant weekly trade with young cattle prices reaching $5700, showcasing a selective demand based on quality.

The first outbreak of swine fever in Japan this year has been confirmed at a farm in Maebashi, where all 2,000 pigs will be culled.

The Norwegian Parliament has rejected a key climate measure targeting methane emissions in dairy farming, a decision influenced by MDG's stance on the effectiveness of methane inhibitors.

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.

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.

Firefighters in the Panevėžys district successfully rescued 19 cattle from a collapsed building on Wednesday evening.

Beaufort River Meats, an abattoir in Great Southern, has temporarily closed due to a livestock shortage as transition grants related to the live sheep export ban are initiated.

The attendance at this year's Agricultural Show has dropped by 25% due to several factors including the absence of livestock and other external circumstances.

Cattle producers in Argentina are contesting the government's mandatory electronic identification of livestock, arguing it unfairly burdens them.

Since 2019, 591 farmers in the Okavango District of Botswana have benefited from government-provided artificial insemination services.

Greek Agriculture Minister K. Tsiaras discusses the challenges facing the agricultural sector during a meeting with the Local Farmers' Federation, emphasizing the importance of EU funding and addressing the ongoing outbreak issues.

UK holidaymakers are advised on which food and drinks are prohibited from being brought back into the country to protect local agriculture and livestock from disease.

The attendance at the Salon de l'agriculture has decreased by approximately 25% due to the absence of cattle, primarily because of health concerns among livestock.

A foreign livestock farmer was arrested in Magnesia, Greece, for violating measures aimed at preventing the spread of sheep and goat pox.

The latest auction at Cañuelas' Agro-Livestock Market featured 8,681 cattle, with a notable batch of young bulls fetching $5,200 each.

The mandatory implementation of electronic identification for livestock in Argentina has led to a significant increase in the sales of electronic ear tags.

Uruguay has declared a national health emergency due to the outbreak of high pathogenic avian influenza in several departments of the country.

The utilization of manure from intensive livestock systems can be key in enhancing soil fertility and agricultural productivity, as demonstrated by long-term trials conducted by INTA General Villegas since 2016.

Deputy Michela Vittoria Brambilla introduces a bill aimed at banning the slaughter of horses in Italy, advocating for their recognition as companion animals rather than livestock.

Bavaria experiences a slight increase in pig population, yet the number of pig farms continues to decline, leading to larger average farm sizes.

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.

In Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh, a leopard attacked a goat farm, but the guard dogs protected the livestock and later helped save two young men from danger.

The Estonian government advises farmers to raise pigs in smaller operations due to ongoing concerns about African swine fever among wild boar and the threat of avian influenza from Europe.

Dartmoor National Park is a beautiful area where new livestock protection laws allow farmers to lawfully shoot dogs that threaten their livestock, sparking significant concern among dog owners.

Over 200 pigs have been euthanized at Norsvin in Norway following a Salmonella outbreak.

Cattle farmers in Latvia are facing significant challenges this winter due to frozen water sources, requiring additional labor to ensure livestock stay hydrated.

South Australian pastoralists celebrate significant rainfall after months of drought, which may allow them to replenish their livestock.

The Basque Government raises concerns about the complaints from urban migrants to rural areas regarding agricultural activities and livestock.

An Argentine company, Biogénesis Bagó, has delivered one million vaccines against foot-and-mouth disease to South Africa as part of an agreement to combat the disease affecting livestock in the country.

A massive, technologically advanced goat trap in remote Western Australia efficiently captures feral goats while reducing stress and operating costs for local livestock management.

Dozens of dairy cows were found dead in Córdoba, Argentina, following a storm, likely due to a lightning strike phenomenon.

The Argentine Braford Association is set to hold the second edition of its livestock exhibition at Expoagro following a successful inaugural event in 2025.

Global meat price increases present significant opportunities for livestock producers in Argentina amidst worldwide shortages.

Emmanuel Macron arrived at the Agricultural Show amid a boycott by some agricultural unions over government policies.

The Paris Agriculture Fair has opened for the first time without cows due to fears of disease transmission among livestock.

The National Assembly of Nigeria expressed concerns over inadequate funding for the Ministry of Livestock Development, highlighting issues with the government's commitment to the livestock sector.

Heavy rainfall in northern and western Queensland is raising flooding concerns, potentially isolating communities and threatening livestock.

The National Assembly of Nigeria has criticized the Federal Government for inadequate funding of the Ministry of Livestock Development, highlighting concerns over the high rate of meat imports despite local production capacity.

This week concluded at the Cañuelas Livestock Market with fluctuating prices and a total entry of 5722 animals.

France has reported no new cases of contagious nodular dermatosis, prompting the Agriculture Minister to announce the easing of restrictions.

The wolf hunting limit has been increased in Valmiera due to requests from local municipalities, but it has already been exhausted in some areas like Jēkabpils.

Namibia's Ministry of Agriculture warns against illegal possession of foot-and-mouth disease vaccines and livestock smuggling, emphasizing the potential risk to the country's beef exports and disease-free status.

African Swine Fever (ASF) has been confirmed in Hwaseong and Pyeongtaek, South Korea, along with an outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) in Goyang.

A violent hailstorm devastated ready-to-harvest crops, caused livestock deaths, and damaged homes and silos in the regions of Santa Fe and Córdoba, Argentina.

800 pheasants have been culled in a livestock herd near Holbæk, Denmark, due to confirmed cases of bird flu.

Greece reports over 2,100 confirmed cases of sheep and goat pox and significant livestock deaths amid ongoing disease management efforts.

Brazil's live cattle exports have doubled between 2023 and 2025, facing criticism from animal welfare experts.