
Clinical case: Broken ribs
The slaughterhouse suspected animal welfare issues as a high number of healed broken ribs were found during the meat inspection of a batch of pigs.

The slaughterhouse suspected animal welfare issues as a high number of healed broken ribs were found during the meat inspection of a batch of pigs.

South Africa’s pig industry sees cautious progress against foot-and-mouth disease, with vaccines, abattoir approvals, and ongoing research underway.

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According to Burset's commentary, the pig price has fallen so much that we shouldn't be far from the year's low.

Nigeria is transforming its livestock sector with modern farms, vet services, and partnerships to boost food security.

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Prices were expected to be significantly better than what ultimately materialized in the hog markets.

South Africa's pork industry records progress in tackling FMD and ASF outbreaks through new regulations, vaccines and expanded abattoir capacity.

In this article we share the WHO guidelines for hand hygiene, which is a very important part of the day-to-day on a pig farm as incorrect washing leaves some areas dirty.

The Federal Government of Nigeria backs Lagos State to contain African swine fever outbreak through surveillance, farm inspections and improved biosecurity.

As we do at the beginning of every year, we are back to ask you about the average pig price in your country. We will soon publish the results of your predictions for 2025, but now we are interested in hearing how you think this 2026 will go...

Nigeria partners with Brazil and the UK to modernise livestock through digital innovation, boosting food security, jobs and climate resilience.

Zambia suspends livestock imports from South Africa over foot-and-mouth outbreaks, tightening regional trade restrictions.

This tip uses a stamp to mark the sows that we should pay more attention to during farrowing.



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South Africa to receive major FMD vaccine supply to strengthen outbreak control and protect livestock production.

South Africa’s pork supply tightens as foot-and-mouth and African swine fever outbreaks disrupt farms, abattoirs, and the value chain through 2026.

Pork shortages hit South Africa after disease outbreaks trigger culling and limit slaughter access, pushing prices higher and tightening 2026 supply outlook.

A gilt who has compromised limb health on entry to the breeding herd is more vulnerable to early removal as a result of lameness and more vulnerable to the negative production affects associated with it.



The best DanBred sow farms in Denmark have sow mortality as low as 5%, showing that management, including feeding strategies, is the key.

It seems the new feeders aren't to everyone's liking...

South Africa unveils first locally made foot-and-mouth vaccine in 20 years to tackle major outbreak and boost national vaccine production.

New KSh3B animal feed plant in Kenya adds 200,000-tonne annual capacity, boosting local supply and reducing imports for livestock farmers.

As part of its continued evolution and professionalization, 333 is restructuring its Human Resources department and welcoming Alejandro Plencovich.


In this last article in the series we discuss the main causes of “vaccine failure”, i.e. when we aren't sure that vaccines are working or they are only partially working.

Pork producers urge inclusion in the Braai Index as beef prices jump 20%, saying pork offers a cheaper way for families to enjoy affordable braais.

South Africa faces scrutiny over foot-and-mouth disease response, vaccine effectiveness, rollout gaps, and calls for stronger biosecurity and engagement.



There is plenty of evidence that the weight and backfat level of the gilt at first mating is strongly related to her productive life and longevity.
What can we do to protect ourselves from influenza? And to protect pigs?
Influenza is a significant respiratory disease that affects not only pigs but also human health. The actions of personnel who have access to pigs directly influence the disease's impact. In this short survey, we want to know if you take steps to reduce the risk of spreading influenza.

Namibia’s N$8bn meat industry is on high alert as foot-and-mouth disease spreads in South Africa, threatening exports, jobs and livestock trade.

While Chinese imports of pork products in 2025 decreased by 8.5%, pork production increased to more than 59 million tons.

South Africa is on high alert as summer heat and rains raise livestock disease risks, prompting surveillance to protect farms and food security.



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Take a look back at our most popular articles of the year.

Factors we should keep in mind when considering the nutritional needs of sows in the transition period: body condition, parity, piglet mortality, glycogen in piglets, colostrum, and milk.

South Africa expands rural animal healthcare by training veterinary paraprofessionals to run enterprises that boost livestock health and livelihoods.

Pig farmers in Nigeria seek government backing to expand pig production, strengthen the value chain and drive economic growth.

Given the current situation, any help in combating African swine fever is welcome.

Confirmed foot and mouth disease in a Free State piggery highlights rising risks for South Africa’s commercial pork producers.

