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Professor Ian Dunn of The Roslin Institute recently presented a genetic perspective on improving bone quality. Photo: Mark Pasveer
18-03 | News

Using genetics to improve the skeletal health of laying hens

The researchers identified the potential vectors of H. meleagridis based on their prevalence inside and outside houses. Photo: Koos Groenewold
17-03 | Article

New insights into insect vectors causing histomoniasis in poultry

So far, disease approach has often been relatively ad hoc in France. Photo: Hans Prinsen
14-02 | News

France calls for one plan against livestock diseases

The Nevada State Department of Agriculture has stated that the D1.1 strain of H5N1 is the first detection of this virus genotype in dairy cattle. Photo: Andrea van Schaik Photography
07-02 | News

US: First detection of newer variant of bird flu in dairy cows 

Many poultry stakeholders in India feel forced to use the antibiotics to tackle Mycoplasma. Many birds are therefore routinely given antibiotics at the start of production. Photo: Canva
24-01 | News

India: Antibiotics in poultry is a growing concern

Newcastle disease can cause death in susceptible chickens within 3-4 days, resulting in mortality rates of 55-100%. Photo: Marcel Rob Fotografie
15-11-2024 | News

Addressing evolving velogenic Newcastle disease virus strains

Microscopic image of avian influenza A H5N1 virus particles. Photo: CDC, courtesy of Cynthia Goldsmith, Jacqueline Katz and Sherif R. Zaki.
01-11-2024 | News

Backyard pig in US found infected with H5N1

The partnership aims to enhance connectivity among UK and Chinese academic institutions, emphasising capacity building and knowledge transfer. Photo: Canva
15-10-2024 | News

Strengthening poultry research collaboration between Britain and China