Tag: Biosecurity
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Botswana Heightens Alert As FMD Spreads In South Africa And Zimbabwe
Overview: Botswana Responds to Regional FMD Spread Botswana has tightened its health and border controls in response to the rapid spread of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) across neighboring countries. The situation in South Africa, where nearly the entire country has reported outbreaks, combined with confirmed cases in Zimbabwe, has prompted officials to elevate risk assessment and…
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Botswana Tightens FMD Alert as Outbreaks Spread in South Africa and Zimbabwe
Overview: A regional risk landscape for FMD Botswana has intensified its alert level in response to foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks that are spreading across neighboring countries, notably South Africa and Zimbabwe. The move underscores Botswana’s long-standing commitment to safeguarding its livestock sector and border integrity from highly contagious animal diseases. While the country has proven…
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Bird Flu and Pets: Essential Safety Steps for Owners
Understanding the risk: bird flu and pets Bird flu, or avian influenza, has been spreading across parts of North America and Europe. While the primary concern is wild and domestic poultry, pets—especially dogs and cats—can be affected through close contact or exposure to infected birds. This guide helps pet owners understand the risk, recognize early…
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Bird flu and pets: What you need to know
Understanding Bird Flu and Its Reach Bird flu, or avian influenza, has moved beyond farms and wild birds to households across North America and Europe. While the virus primarily affects birds, certain strains can spill over to mammals, including cats and dogs, though such cases are relatively rare. For most pet owners, the key concern…
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Legged Hornet Eradication in Auckland Boosted by Radio Trackers
New Tools Accelerate Auckland’s Legged Hornet Eradication Auckland is ramping up efforts to eradicate legged hornets with a suite of cutting-edge technologies designed to locate nests quickly, track populations, and guide safe removal operations. The combined use of radio trackers and thermal drones is helping authorities tighten control measures and reduce the risk posed by…
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Auckland Advances in Legged Hornet Eradication with Radio Trackers and Drones
New Tools, New Tactics in Auckland’s Hornet Fight Auckland is stepping up its battle against the legged hornet with a combination of cutting-edge tracking technology and aerial intelligence. By deploying radio trackers and thermal drones, authorities aim to locate nests more quickly, assess how many hornets are present, and plan precise interventions that minimize risk…
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No bird flu outbreaks in Ireland in 2026 so far, vigilance urged
No outbreaks reported in 2026 so far, but vigilance remains essential There have been no detected outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in Ireland in 2026 to date, according to the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine’s (DAFM) National Disease Control Centre (NDCC). While this is welcome news for poultry farmers, pet bird…
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Ireland Sees No Bird Flu Outbreaks in 2026 Yet Vigilance Remains High
H2: No outbreaks detected in 2026 to date p: Ireland has not recorded any outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in 2026 up to now, according to the National Disease Control Centre (NDCC) of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM). While the absence of confirmed cases is welcome news for poultry…
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Ireland Sees No Bird Flu Outbreaks in 2026 So Far, Vigilance Remains Essential
No HPAI Outbreaks in Ireland in 2026 to Date As 2026 progresses, Ireland has recorded no outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) within its borders, a fact confirmed by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine’s (DAFM) National Disease Control Centre (NDCC). This calm period is welcome news for farmers, poultry producers, and…
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All Eyes on SA’s 2026 Agenda: Transforming Agriculture for Growth and Inclusion
The South African government has unveiled a sweeping 2026 agenda aimed at transforming the country’s agricultural sector. With a emphasis on supporting smallholder and emerging farmers, tightening biosecurity measures, reforming regulatory frameworks, and accelerating the adoption of agricultural technology (agtech), the plan seeks to drive export growth while ensuring the benefits of growth flow to…