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The National Assembly passed the amendments to the Law on Standards and Technical Regulations

The National Assembly has passed the draft Law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Standards and Technical Regulations, which will take effect from January 1, 2026. The Law, adopted on June 14, stipulates that organizations and individuals engaged in production and business activities subject to the application of technical regulations are responsible for declaring conformity for products, goods, services, processes, environments, and other entities involved in socio-economic activities. The Law also simplifies procedures by allowing exemptions from the requirement to declare conformity for products and goods that fully meet quality management requirements as stipulated by..

Chicken prices soar to record levels, yet markets remain empty of sellers

After a prolonged slump, chicken prices have soared, yet paradoxically, many stalls at wholesale and local markets are closing due to supply shortages. After a prolonged period of plummeting prices that left poultry farmers facing heavy losses, chicken prices have surged sharply over the past month. On average, prices have increased by 12,000 to 15,000 VND per kilogram. Despite the strong rebound, many stalls at wholesale and traditional markets have had to close due to a shortage of supply. Mrs. Hoa, a poultry vendor at Khuong Dinh traditional market in Hanoi, said her customers usually order indigenous colored-feather chickens. In..

What Histomoniasis In Chickens Is And How To Effectively Prevent And Treat It

Histomoniasis in chickens is extremely dangerous, causing lethargy, high fever, and potentially rapid death. Therefore, it is essential to know how to prevent and treat Histomoniasis to minimize losses. Histomoniasis is no longer unfamiliar to poultry farmers, especially those who raise chickens in semi-free-range or free-range systems. The disease primarily causes lesions in the liver and ceca, increasing mortality rates and severely impacting farmers’ profits. Therefore, understanding Histomoniasis and effective prevention and treatment methods is crucial. 1. CAUSE – The disease is caused by the protozoan Histomonas meleagridis, which invades the mucosa of the ceca and liver, creating characteristic lesions..

Techniques To Reduce Post-Weaning Losses In Piglets – Secrets To Keep The Herd Healthy

The post-weaning period is one of the most critical and vulnerable stages in pig production. Without proper management, piglets are at high risk of disease, stress, and mortality, leading to significant economic losses. As experienced pig farmers know, the post-weaning phase is a major shock for piglets: Sudden weaning, separation from the sow, changes in living environment and feed, coupled with an immature immune system, make piglets vulnerable. As a result, piglets are easily stressed and prone to diseases such as diarrhea, pneumonia, enteritis, especially from E. coli, Clostridium, PRRS, PCV2, etc. Without proper care, mortality can reach 10–30%, increasing..

Organic Layer Chicken Farming: Clean Farming Secrets – High Profit

Organic eggs are not only clean and delicious but also offer high economic value. With growing market demand, organic layer farming is creating great opportunities for livestock producers aiming to develop in a green, safe, and sustainable direction. Organic eggs are a type of clean and safe egg that command significantly higher prices than conventional eggs. They are especially favored by health-conscious and gourmet consumers. But how can farmers raise organic layers that produce truly clean, certified eggs — in an efficient, cost-effective, and profitable way? Let’s explore the secrets to successful organic layer farming, a model of clean livestock..

What is goat pox? Effective prevention and treatment methods

Goat pox is a contagious viral disease, often mistaken for other illnesses such as contagious ecthyma or foot-and-mouth disease. Recognizing goat pox and understanding how to prevent and treat it effectively is essential. The goat farming model is no longer too strange to many farmers because goat farming techniques are not too difficult but bring high economic benefits. To increase income, farmers pay more attention to learning more about diseases that goats often encounter, including Goat Pox – a common infectious disease for both goats and sheep, the disease spreads quickly with pox appearing in many places on the skin..

Quảng Trị: 9 dead pigs found awaiting slaughter in Đông Hà City

On June 3, the Division of Economic, Corruption, Smuggling, and Environmental Crime Investigation under the Quang Tri Provincial Police reported that it had recently discovered and dealt with a truck carrying nine dead pigs parked at the centralized animal slaughterhouse in Dong Luong Ward, Dong Ha City, awaiting slaughter. At 5:10 p.m. on June 2, in coordination with the Quang Tri Sub-Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, the division discovered a truck bearing license plate number 75C-10301 parked at the facility, showing signs of transporting dead animals for slaughter. Upon inspection, the authorities found nine dead pigs on board...

Effective Deworming for Goats

Regular deworming is an important step in taking care of the health of goats, helping to prevent parasites and increase the ability to absorb nutrients. Deworming is a crucial step in the health management of goat herds. Parasitic worm infections not only reduce weight gain and feed efficiency but also suppress the immune system, creating favorable conditions for secondary infections and ultimately decreasing productivity in goat farming. When should goats be dewormed, which anthelmintics should be used, and what are the common mistakes farmers make in goat rearing? I. WHY GOATS NEED ROUTINE DEWORMING Goats are highly susceptible to gastrointestinal..

Mistakes In Raising Pigs That Make You Lose Your Entire Pig Crop

Pig farming, although highly profitable, also carries many risks. Many failures do not come from major epidemics but from small but dangerous mistakes. Pig farming can be highly profitable, but it also comes with considerable risks. Many farmers have made fortunes after just one successful cycle, while others have gone into debt or even sold their land due to massive losses when entire herds perished. In most cases, failure is not due to external factors but rather seemingly minor mistakes that can have devastating consequences. Below are the 5 most serious and common mistakes that can cause total losses if..

5 Tips for Increasing Sow Productivity

In pig farming, sows that produce large, healthy litters not only increase the number of piglets but also help reduce input costs and shorten the production cycle. So, how can sows achieve optimal reproductive performance? Do you want your sows to produce large, healthy litters and maximize profits every year? Discover these 5 golden secrets to help your sows farrow 14 to 20 piglets per litter. 1. SELECT THE RIGHT BREED The first key is to choose high-prolific sow breeds. Prioritize breeds such as Yorkshire, Landrace, and Duroc – all renowned for their prolificacy, often farrowing 14 to 20 piglets..