Livestock
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EU Suspends Some Namibian Meat Imports Following Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak
The European Union has temporarily suspended imports of fresh Namibian beef, sheep and goat meat following a confirmed outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), creating ... -
The Hidden Link Between Agro-Dealers and Africa’s Farm Productivity
By Brandon Moss For millions of African farmers, the decision to use fertiliser, improved seed or crop-protection products does not begin with a government ... -
Botswana’s FMD Crisis Deepens as 6,600 Cattle Remain Stranded
Botswana’s ongoing foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) crisis is putting increasing pressure on the country’s beef industry, with at least 6,600 cattle stranded at two large ... -
Sheep Farming in Africa: A Complete Guide From Lamb to Adult Sheep
For a new farmer, sheep can be one of the most practical livestock enterprises to start on a relatively small scale. Sheep do not ... -
Security Remains Key to Nigeria’s Agricultural and Livestock Transformation
IMAGE: INNOCENT ODOH, Ambassador of The Netherlands to Nigeria. Security remains one of the biggest obstacles to unlocking Nigeria’s agricultural and livestock potential, according ... -
South Africa: KwaZulu-Natal Nears 80% Foot-And-Mouth Disease Vaccination Target
South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province is making progress towards its target of vaccinating 80% of the estimated 2.5 million cattle population against Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), ... -
Africa’s Dairy Import Bill Rises As Local Production Struggles To Meet Demand
Africa’s growing appetite for milk and dairy products is widening the gap between domestic production and consumption, leaving major markets such as Nigeria, Egypt, ... -
Nigeria’s Livestock Revolution: Turning Ambition Into a Commercial Industry
Nigeria has an opportunity to transform its livestock sector from a largely subsistence activity into a modern, productive and commercially competitive industry. President Bola ... -
Smart Livestock Technology Could Transform Africa’s Farming Sector
Technology is changing the way livestock farmers monitor animal health, productivity and welfare, with wearable sensors and digital monitoring systems emerging as important tools ... -
South Africa Launches Digital FMD Portal To Restore Livestock Export Markets
South Africa has introduced a new digital portal to strengthen the country’s response to foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) while supporting efforts to restore international confidence ...
