South Africa has detected an outbreak of African swine fever on a farm in North West province, the Paris-based World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) said on Wednesday, citing a report from the
Foot and mouth disease has broken out in two districts of eastern Zambia, with over 1,000 animals affected so far, state-run news agency reported on Tuesday.
The federal government has passed a law preventing Australian companies from relying on data from animal testing for ingredients to be used solely in cosmetics.
Researchers have identified chemicals in odor from animal dungs that help breeding of stable flies, a discovery that could help fight trypanosomiasis, a deadly cattle disease.
In this Maasai village, where cattle have long been a symbol of wealth and pride, "I hope your cattle are well" is the most common greeting among friends and neighbours.
PATNA: Fresh cases of suspected avian influenza (bird flu) were reported in the city on Monday as six crows and one dove were found dead at College of Arts and Crafts (COAC), near Gandhi Maidan and