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The recent reports of illegal Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccines being smuggled into South Africa expose a shocking breach in our biological defenses that threatens the very foundation of the agricultural sector. This is not merely a localized scandal; it is a stack reminder of the vulnerabilities previously identified in reflections on veterinary regulation in Limpopo. […]
On September 30 2025, U.S. for the very first time conditionally approved Dectomax-CA1 injectable (Doramectin) to prevent and treat against the terrifying Screwworm in cattle. This comes in handy after massive reflection concern over the parasite creeping north from Mexico. It allows cattle producers to use the drug immediately while further studies are conducted, signaling […]
The global wave of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) is much more than a veterinary disease because of its impact on the economy, public health and food security. In Africa where millions of people rely on poultry farming, the threat is existential. The virus, often carried silently by migratory birds, is creeping into new territory, […]
The future of the South African red meat industry isn’t just about breeding the best livestock; it’s about a crucial, often overlooked ingredient: unity. This was the powerful message from Dr. Philip Oosthuizen, COO of the Red Meat Industry Services (RMIS), during a recent discussion at Nampo Cape 2025. He highlighted that for three decades, […]
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Leader – Research Support to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the institute’s research support functions, ensuring that facilities, laboratories, technical services, and capacity development initiatives meet world-class standards. The role will ensure that research infrastructure is safe, efficient, compliant, and optimized to enable […]
