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Chinese scientists just cloned 10 healthy yaks that could transform high-altitude farming and help herding communities thrive for generations. The breakthrough slashes breeding time by 75% and could reverse decades of genetic decline.
After more than a decade of research, Nigerian scientists have developed MoorBeta, a hardy chicken breed that thrives in tropical heat and reaches market weight in just 10 weeks. The new breed could help thousands of small farmers boost their income while strengthening the country's food supply.
Nigeria is building veterinary health centres in all 774 local government areas to bring affordable animal healthcare directly to livestock farmers who need it most. Seven model hospitals are already complete, with 14 more under construction.
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Ranchers and farmers now have better tools to protect their animals from a dangerous parasite that's been threatening U.S. livestock. The FDA just approved new sizes and expanded use of the only over-the-counter treatment available.
South Africa's health authority just approved emergency import of a critical vaccine to fight a devastating livestock disease outbreak. The swift action aims to protect farmers' livelihoods and the nation's food security.
Gombe State in Nigeria just signed a groundbreaking partnership with a century-old New Zealand agriculture company to transform its livestock industry using cutting-edge technology. The collaboration promises climate-smart farming and better livelihoods for thousands of farmers.
India's oldest paramilitary force is phasing out foreign dog breeds by 2050, choosing indigenous dogs that are just as skilled and better adapted to local conditions. The Assam Rifles is leading the charge with disease-resistant dogs from Manipur and Tamil Nadu.
North Carolina awarded 33 scholarships totaling $67,000 to students who showed livestock at the State Fair, with funds coming directly from auction sales. Since 2015, the program has invested $677,500 in the next generation of agricultural leaders. ##
South Africa is taking a bold step forward to protect its livestock industry with a new voluntary vaccination program against foot-and-mouth disease. The initiative shifts the country from crisis response to prevention, giving farmers the tools to protect their herds before outbreaks strike.
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South Africa is shifting from crisis response to prevention with a new voluntary vaccination program for foot-and-mouth disease. The initiative could protect the country's livestock industry and prevent future outbreaks that have cost farmers dearly.
Scientists just solved a problem farmers didn't know their animals had. New research shows how to keep livestock safe from lightning strikes at solar farms where cows graze between panels.
Thailand's cocoa industry has found a brilliant way to eliminate waste while feeding livestock. Cocoa byproducts once discarded are now being transformed into nutritious animal feed, creating a win for farmers and the environment.
Once nearly extinct, hundreds of bald ibis now nest freely on Turkish cliffs thanks to a breeding program launched in 1977. The community-supported rescue transformed local attitudes and created a model for conservation worldwide.
Thirty-three North Carolina students who raised livestock for state fair competitions just received college scholarships totaling $67,500. The program has now invested nearly $700,000 in young farmers since 2015. #
Farmers across drought-prone regions are discovering that simple crop choices can transform livestock health and boost productivity year-round. These seven nutrient-packed fodder plants are helping herds thrive while enriching soil naturally.
When Frank Egan's wife fell ill, he couldn't maintain his high-maintenance flock. His creative solution led to a healthier sheep breed that's bringing the taste of home to Australian immigrants.
The FDA just approved two emergency treatments that could save American ranchers from a devastating livestock pest creeping closer to the border. With the New World Screwworm spotted just 62 miles from US soil, these new tools give farmers crucial protection for their herds.
Animals once down to their last dozen are now thriving in the wild again, thanks to captive breeding programs that have brought 66 species back from extinction's edge. From California condors to black-footed ferrets, conservationists are proving that recovery is possible when we act with purpose.
More than 47,000 metric tons of American wheat arrived in Kenya this week, kicking off a groundbreaking program to revolutionize the country's livestock industry. The grain sale will fund a project helping Kenyan farmers produce better animal feed at lower costs.
After decades of growth, global livestock antibiotic use peaked in 2013 and then fell by nearly a third by 2020, according to a major new study from University College London. The decline shows that government action can effectively tackle antimicrobial resistance, which currently causes 700,000 deaths worldwide each year.
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