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Meeting someone who once raised pigs to use their intestines as traditional pipe filters.
“I’m confident that if the experiment were repeated today, nearly any pig raised on raw scraps and aquatic plants from polluted ponds or lakes would end up with intestines suitable for use as pipe filters.” Nguyễn Đình Tường – Director of Đồng Tâm Livestock and Services Cooperative. Photo credit: Dương Đình Tường A Surprising Discovery in Pig Farming “Some pigs had thicker intestines, others thinner, but all developed what we call ‘pipe-filter intestines’. However, raising pigs this way is extremely risky,” said Mr. Nguyễn Đình Tường, Director of Đồng Tâm Livestock and Services Cooperative (Cấn Hữu Commune, Quốc Oai District,..
Transforming Aquatic By-Products into Valuable Products: Effective and Sustainable Solutions
The collaboration and transfer of technology and equipment for processing aquatic by-products not only address environmental pollution but also create valuable products, enhancing economic efficiency for businesses. For decades, Vietnam has been one of the world’s leading seafood exporters, with an annual export turnover averaging between 8.4 and 8.8 billion USD. The seafood industry supplies approximately 4.5 to 5 million tons of raw materials for processing. Among these, about 1 million tons are by-products. For instance, in pangasius fillet processing, 60–70% are by-products, while shrimp by-products account for 35–45% of the total raw shrimp weight. These by-products are increasingly being..
Top 6 Most Economically Valuable Insects
Insect farming is becoming a modern agricultural economic trend, bringing sustainable income to thousands of households. Can you believe that tiny insects can help you earn hundreds of millions of VND per year? From familiar species like crickets and silkworms to more exotic names like calcium worms and scorpions, they all bring incredible economic value. 1. CRICKET FARMING – SMALL BUT MIGHTY Crickets are not only food for birds and fish but also serve as an ingredient for high-protein snacks and even exports. With just a few plastic boxes or breeding trays, you can earn tens of millions of VND..
Solution To Treat Odor In Pig Farm
Pig barn odors not only affect the health of animals but also negatively impact the environment and surrounding life. Currently, pig prices are high. Therefore, the demand for raising pigs, as well as herd restoration, is high. However, pig farming also causes many environmental problems, especially the odor of pig barns. The odor not only affects the health of livestock but also pollutes the environment and affects human life. Therefore, finding effective odor treatment solutions is necessary to ensure sustainable development. I. CAUSES OF BAD ODORS IN PIG FARMS Barn odors come from many different sources, including: Pig waste and..
Secret To Control “Asthma” In Chicken During Seasonal Changes And Weather Changes
Chickens have asthma and difficulty breathing when the seasons change? Here’s the most effective way to control it! Causes, treatment difficulties & a radical solution in 3 simple steps. Chicken wheezing is a common syndrome in the process of raising chickens for households and chicken farms. This syndrome is common in chickens of all ages and causes great damage to farmers. Let’s find secret to control “asthma” in chickens during seasonal changes and weather changes. I. THE REASONS CHICKENS EASILY GET ASTHMA WHEN THE WEATHER TURNED COLD When the weather changes, especially in the cold season, respiratory diseases and difficulty..
Vietnamese Seafood and the Shift in US-China Trade Dynamics
While Vietnamese seafood has the potential to strengthen its position in the US market, it will also face mounting competitive pressure from Chinese products in other markets. Focusing on deep processing and value addition is the key for Vietnamese seafood to remain competitive in the global market. Photo: Hoang Anh The United States is currently a leading importer of several key Vietnamese seafood products, such as shrimp, pangasius, and tuna. According to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), more than 400 Vietnamese seafood enterprises are currently exporting or planning to export to the US market. As a..
“The UK has banned the import of meat and dairy products from the EU due to concerns over foot-and-mouth disease.”
On April 11, according to Politico, the UK government banned travelers from bringing meat and dairy products from the European Union (EU) into the country in an effort to prevent the spread of foot-and-mouth disease, which is currently breaking out in several European countries.” Beef is displayed for sale at a market in Southeast London, UK. Photo: AFP/Vietnam News Agency.” On April 11, according to Politico, the UK government announced a new regulation prohibiting travelers from bringing meat and dairy products from the European Union (EU) into the country. This measure aims to prevent the potential spread of foot-and-mouth disease,..
Six avian influenza outbreaks detected, Hanoi proactively implements all preventive measures
Faced with the risk of disease intrusion and spread, Hanoi’s health sector has clearly identified its urgent task: to proactively detect early, strictly control, and promptly handle suspected cases. The Hanoi Department of Health has just issued Document No. 1540/SYT-NVY, requiring all public and private medical facilities to comprehensively implement surveillance, prevention, and disease control measures to prevent outbreaks from spreading within the community. According to the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, since the beginning of 2025, Cambodia has reported three human cases of avian influenza A/H5N1, all of whom have died. In Vietnam,..
Sky Killers – The Unreferent Cannibal
The sky is a battlefield of life and death, where predatory killers roam, giving no chance to their prey to escape. Let’s meet the most fearsome killers in the sky. The vast sky is not only home to gentle birds but also a battlefield for true aerial predators. From the mighty eagle and the lightning-fast falcon to the stealthy nocturnal owl, each species possesses unique skills that make them the ultimate sky rulers. Let’s explore the most formidable aerial assassins. 1. PELICIAN – “THE MAGIC BAG” THAT CAN SWALLOW THE WORLD Have you ever seen a bird that can carry..
Histomoniasis In Geese
Histomoniasis in geese is a dangerous parasitic disease that significantly affects their health and farming productivity. Histomoniasis, also known as Histomoniasis, is a dangerous parasitic disease caused by Histomonas meleagridis. The disease mainly occurs in geese, turkeys, chickens and some other poultry species, including geese farmers pay little attention to. The typical characteristic of the disease is causing serious damage to the liver and cecum, greatly affecting health, growth ability and livestock productivity. If not detected and treated promptly, the disease can lead to a high mortality rate, especially in young geese. Image of geese farming 1. CAUSE OF THE..