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Gauteng high court rules farmers can vaccinate livestock privately

The Gauteng High Court has ruled that South African farmers may procure and administer foot-and-mouth disease vaccines without state permission. The interim order was handed down on 25 May in favour of farming organisations.

Central Ganadera estimates $12 billion losses from Sinigan failures

2 maj 2026 Rapporterad av AI

Central Ganadera reports losses exceeding $12 billion after 10 days of failures in the ICA's Sinigan platform. Disruptions have cut cattle supply at auctions and plants, impacting meat prices. The ICA attributes issues to a stabilization phase.

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Eastern Cape farmers frustrated over lack of FMD vaccines

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CVC implements biological corridor in El Queremal for felines and cattle

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Deputy prime minister Temesgen Tiruneh inaugurates salt and fodder factory in Afar

Government analyzes rise in beef prices and advances measures

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development identified rises in beef prices in 2026, due to a 14.59% increase in live cattle prices. The government is dialoguing with supply chain actors to implement measures protecting domestic supply and household economies.

ARDE reports pig farm in Castellote over severe conditions

17 mars 2026 Rapporterad av AI

The animal protection group ARDE has filed a complaint with the Teruel Provincial Prosecutor's Office against a pig farm in Castellote for alleged crimes of animal mistreatment, public health risks and misleading advertising. Footage recorded by ARDE depicts pigs wounded from cannibalism, dying without proper care and cadavers in contact with live animals. An associated company has received nearly two million euros in subsidies.

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