Agriculture
The Brazilian government's mission to Indonesia and Malaysia, led by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Minister of Agriculture and Livestock Carlos Favaro, achieved significant results for the agricultural sector. Over six days, the delegation successfully opened six new markets, reviewed health protocols, resumed strategic exports, and
Agricultural industry
Research on dairy production has highlighted the need for a more sustainable approach to reduce environmental impacts associated with the increasing demand for milk-based products. A recent study from the Ryan Institute at the University of Galway in Ireland has combined life cycle assessment and machine learning to identify potential
Disease transmission
Rift Valley fever is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes that primarily affects livestock but can also infect humans, causing significant economic and health losses. As a mosquito-borne virus, it is essential to understand the causes, symptoms, and prevention strategies to control its spread. The disease has been reported in
Chinese Academy of Sciences
Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences conducted a comprehensive study to compare the growth performance, meat quality, nutritional composition, transcriptome, and flavor metabolome among three types of Tibetan sheep: Plateau Tibetan sheep (PT), Valley Tibetan sheep (VT), and Euler Tibetan sheep (EL). The study aimed to identify the genetic
Agriculture
According to a recent study published in Veterinary Medicine International, brucellosis, a zoonotic disease, has been identified as a significant public health hazard in Ethiopia. The study, conducted at Batu, Alage, and Naka village, found that 10 out of 196 pigs (5.1%) tested positive for brucellosis using the Rose
Agriculture
Research at the Feed Research Institute in Urumqi, People's Republic of China has shown that hydroponic wheat seedlings can provide a sustainable feed resource for modern livestock farming. Produced by cultivating wheat seeds in water for seven days, these seedlings are rich in nutrients and bioactive compounds, exhibiting
Food supply
The Ministry of Livestock, Agriculture and Fisheries (MGAP) and the Metropolitan Agri-Food Unit (UAM) signed an agreement to strengthen cooperation in production, marketing, innovation, and sustainable food in the framework of World Food Day. The agreement aims to promote the farming sector, which generates over 63,000 jobs and contributes
Food supply
The Government of Pakistan announced a new partnership between the country and Samsons Group, a leading business conglomerate, to enhance cooperation in livestock development, meat exports, mountain agriculture, and agro-tourism. The partnership aims to promote inclusive economic growth and sustainable livelihoods in Pakistan's rural and northern regions. The
Agriculture
A new study has shed light on the significant effects of livestock on socioeconomic, environmental, and health dimensions globally. The research, conducted by the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in Brazil, examined the evolution of carbon and water footprints corresponding to global food trade networks between 1986 and 2020. The
Agriculture
Research conducted at the Universidad Politecnica de Madrid has evaluated a simplified precision feeding (PF) strategy on pig fattening farms, assessing its effects on economic performance and pollutant emissions. The study, funded by the European Union through the Horizon Europe Funding Programme, found that PF can reduce nitrogen intake, excretion,
Agriculture
Researchers at State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) have made a significant discovery in understanding how environmental conditions affect broiler comfort across different seasons. The study aimed to identify the relationship between housing environment, litter conditions, and broiler discomfort at different growth stages using data collected from two flocks reared during
Food supply
Increased global population and threats from climate change pose significant challenges to global food production. According to research from Colorado State University Extension, "the demand for food is increasing, necessitating enhanced agricultural production with minimal environmental impacts." Sustainable intensification of both crops and livestock is necessary, with integrated
