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Early detection of diseases is crucial in innumerous ways. The same is true of early detection of animal diseases, which is fundamental to not only safeguarding animal lives but also protecting farmers’ livelihoods. PCR (polymerase chain reaction) and ELISA (Enzyme-linked Immunosorbent Assay) are two major diagnostic techniques that have been in existence for years and […]
On August 27, Dr. Taïga, the Minister of Livestock, Fisheries and Animal Industries (Minepia), inaugurated a state-of-the-art egg incubation unit in Maroua, the capital of the Far North region. This new facility, with a weekly capacity of 57,600 eggs, represents an investment of over 100 million FCFA. A Response to Production ChallengesDuring the inauguration, Dr. […]
Venue: Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala, Uganda Dates: August 5-14, 2024 From August 5-14, 2024, agricultural experts and stakeholders from across Africa convened at the Speke Resort Munyonyo in Kampala, Uganda, for a critical workshop aimed at drafting the CAADP Ten-Year Strategy and Action Plan (2026-2035). Among the participants, AU-IBAR, represented by Dr. Hiver Bousinnie, Animal […]
Preserving donkeys in Africa holds profound significance beyond their role as traditional work animals. These resilient creatures are integral to rural livelihoods, serving as vital assets in transportation, agriculture, and economic sustenance for communities across the continent. Their welfare is not merely a matter of compassion but a strategic imperative for maintaining socio-economic stability and […]
Les États-Unis, classés deuxièmes exportateurs mondiaux de viande de poulet derrière le Brésil, cherchent à développer leurs débouchés commerciaux en particulier sur le continent africain. Le gouvernement kényan a récemment annoncé des négociations pour l’importation de produits avicoles en provenance des États-Unis, ce qui pourrait avoir des conséquences néfastes pour l’industrie locale, selon l’Association kényane […]
