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Prices of livestock products (farm prices) nationwide on July 9, 2024
Prices of livestock products nationwide (at the farm) updated on July 9, 2024, including: live pig prices, live chicken prices, duck prices, etc. PRICES OF LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS (ON FARMS) NATIONWIDE JULY 9, 2024 Product Unit Daily price Average price Compare BQ prices Compare BQ prices 09/07/2024 in month last month last year (copper) (copper) (copper) (%) (copper) (%) Live pork (Northern region) d/kg 68.000-69.000 68,300 2,000 3.0 7,600 12.5 Live pork (Central region) d/kg 64.000-67.000 65,500 700 1.1 6,400 10.8 Live pork (Eastern region) d/kg 64.000-67.000 66,950 950 1.4 7,350 12.3 Live..
Preventing recurrence of African Swine Fever
In the first 6 months of 2024, infectious diseases in cattle and poultry have complicated developments in many provinces and cities across the country, especially the recurrence of African Swine Fever. According to the announcement of the Department of Animal Health (Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development) as of July 7, 2024, the epidemic has been recorded in 44 provinces and cities nationwide, specialized agencies have coordinated with local authorities. The local government organized the destruction of over 40 thousand pigs. To proactively prevent diseases in livestock herds effectively, especially to prevent disease outbreaks in the near future, pig farming..
Common diseases in poultry
It is extremely important to have prior awareness, experience, and specialized knowledge of disease characteristics and know how to treat common diseases in poultry. Poultry is an important source of meat and eggs worldwide. However, they are very susceptible to many diseases, causing serious damage to the livestock industry. Understanding these diseases, from their causes, clinical symptoms, to preventive measures, is extremely important to maintain the health and productivity of poultry. It greatly determines the economic efficiency of poultry farming. Let’s find out common diseases in poultry to prevent diseases effectively. 1. Newcastle disease Cause: by Newcastle virus (NDV), belonging..
The rate of pets infected with external parasites in Vietnam has increased
Environmental hygiene is the most important factor in preventing and treating dermatological diseases in pets, but Vietnam has not yet met this factor. July 5, in Da Nang, Vietnam Small Animal Veterinary Association coordinated with the Korean Veterinary Dermatology Association and the Asian Veterinary Dermatology Association to organize the 6th Asian Veterinary Dermatology Association scientific conference. With many reports on the topic of different skin diseases in dogs and cats coming from Korean, Thailand and Vietnamese reporters, the event is a forum for veterinarians in the region to share and discuss together more experience in diagnosing, testing and treating skin..
The avian flu epidemic caused a serious shortage of chicken eggs in Australia
The outbreak of bird flu led to the destruction of about 1.5 million chickens, causing a serious egg shortage in Australia. Illustration photo. Faced with a serious shortage of eggs, fast food chain McDonald’s in Australia said it will stop serving breakfast at 10:30 a.m instead of noon as usual. Fast food chain McDonald’s in Australia announced that it has shortened breakfast service hours, after an outbreak of bird flu led to the destruction of about 1.5 million chickens and a severe egg shortage in this country. In a Facebook post on July 2, McDonald’s said: “Like many retailers, we..
The Most Expensive Pig Breeds in the World
Pork is a popular ingredient in cooking, but each breed of pig has a different value. So which meat breeds of pig are the most expensive? And why are they so expensive? Let’s find out the list of the top 5 most expensive pig breeds in the world ! Pigs are not only a popular food source globally, but are also an important part of the culture and cuisine of many countries. Some special pig breeds are highly valued not only for their economic one but also for their delicious meat quality, making them sought after by producers and gourmets...
Pig prices are high, but it is difficult to make sure for the market
Pig prices are currently high, helping farmers make profits. However, diseases, high costs of seeds and feed are also barriers that make a part of farmers hesitant to restock. Prices are high but supply is limited According to the latest updated data, the price of live pigs on July 1 had no new fluctuations compared to previous days when in all three regions it was kept around the threshold of 63 000 – 69 000 VND/kg. Specifically, in the North, live pig prices remain stable around 67 000 – 69 000 VND/kg. The Central and Central Highlands markets remain stable..
Ducks & Geese are losing feather and how to remedy
Feather loss in ducks and geese is common in both home and farm environments. Factors contributing to the development of this disease often include stocking density, barn hygiene, and feed and water quality. In livestock farming, geese are poultry species that bring high economic efficiency. However, geese also require special care, because they can face many risks and often susceptible to disease. In particular, loss of feathers in geese is quite common, not only affecting the development but also causing great economic loss. When it comes to feather loss in geese, most farmers will feel scared and discouraged. Therefore, people..
The Department of Animal Health needs to clarify the EU’s recommendations related to animal quarantine
The Office of Notification and National Question and Answer Point on hygiene, epidemiology and plant and animal quarantine (Vietnam SPS Office) has just issued Report No. 284/BC-SPS-BNNVN to relevant Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Le Minh Hoan to Circular 04/2024/TT-BNNPTNT dated April 1, 2024 “Amending and supplementing a number of articles of Circulars regulating quarantine of terrestrial animals and animal products” (referred to as Circular). It is known that on January 22, 2024, the Vietnam SPS Office received official dispatch No. 221/TY-KD from the Department of Animal Health on posting the draft Circular notice to collect comments from WTO..
Top 5 weird and interesting things about geese
Geese are very familiar animals to farmers, especially those raised in the house, guarding the house. So how much do you really know about geese aggressive but loyal? The scientific name of geese is Anserinae. They are familiar animals and are raised for meat, eggs and feathers. In addition, they are also raised to guard the house. Discover more interesting things about geese. 1.Geese are vegetarian Geese do not like to eat shrimp and fish like chickens and ducks. They only like to eat vegetables, grass, potatoes, corn, cassava, fruits, etc. it’s no exaggeration to say they are vegetarian animals...