Ireland Copies New Zealand Model, Cuts Bovine TB by 99%
New Zealand slashed bovine tuberculosis from 1,700 infected herds to just 11 in three decades. Now Ireland is adopting the same approach to tackle a disease costing £60 million annually.
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South Africa Gets 6 Million Vaccines to Fight Disease
South Africa is mounting an ambitious campaign to vaccinate 80% of its 14 million cattle against foot and mouth disease by December, with international partners and revived local production coming together to protect the country's herds.
South Africa Secures 1M Vaccines to Fight Disease Outbreak
One million vaccines are arriving in South Africa to help farmers battling a devastating foot-and-mouth disease outbreak. The delivery offers crucial relief for livestock owners who've watched their income vanish while their animals suffer.
New Cattle Treatment Fights Deadly Screwworm Parasite
A newly approved topical solution gives U.S. cattle producers their first effective tool to prevent and treat New World screwworm infestations that threaten the agricultural industry. The pour-on treatment also controls cattle fever tick, offering ranchers multiple protections in one application.
Botswana Farmer Saved as Vaccination Replaces Cattle Culls
Rebecca Dube lost her cattle herd twice to disease control measures, but this time authorities chose vaccination over culling. The 63-year-old farmer can now keep the livestock that lifted her from poverty.
Scientists Discover Light That Relieves Pain in Pets
Researchers found a simple light therapy that eliminates pain in small pets without drugs or side effects. The breakthrough could transform care for chinchillas, hamsters, tortoises, and other companion animals.