NUTRITION, HEALTH & WELLNESS
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Alltech partners with ProGnosis Biotech to strengthen mycotoxin analysis
The alliance will link rapid mycotoxin test results to Alltech’s RAPIREAD platform, combining laboratory testing with data interpretation to support feed safety and livestock health decisions.
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Royal Agrifirm brings animal nutrition expertise under Nuscience brand
The global consolidation brings premixes, concentrates, young animal feeds and specialist feed ingredients under one brand, with Agrimprove and Earlyfeed incorporated into the Nuscience portfolio in EMEA.
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Arizona confirms first New World screwworm case in a dog
The detection in Cochise County marks the pest’s first confirmed case in the state.
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Rwanda to distribute 15 million pasture grass seedlings to livestock farmers
The initiative aims to improve fodder availability, support milk production, and reduce livestock losses during dry seasons.
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Zimbabwe researchers advance mealworms as alternative livestock feed protein
Matopos Research Institute is exploring mealworm protein as a locally produced alternative to conventional livestock feed ingredients.
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Bovine tuberculosis affects 7.86% of Ethiopia’s cattle
A review of 34 studies identifies herd size, cattle age and breed as key risk factors, highlighting the need for stronger livestock surveillance and farm biosecurity.
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Egypt exports 60% protein corn gluten meal to African markets
This first export introduces another potential plant-protein source for African feed manufacturers.
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France reports first human case of Shamonda virus
The death of a seriously ill patient has prompted investigations into a virus that primarily affects livestock, with potential implications for animal health and dairy productivity.
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Purina launches pelleted forage range for horses
New products offer targeted nutritional benefits and fast-soaking technology to help horse owners manage forage quality and individual feeding needs.
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Nigeria seeks Uganda’s expertise to improve dairy feeding systems
NIGERIA – Nigeria is seeking technical cooperation with Uganda on animal nutrition, cattle genetics, and livestock health to improve dairy productivity and double domestic milk…
