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Herbal compounds show long-term benefits in antibiotic-free pig farming, study

By Zablon Oyugi A new long-term study has found that plant-based compounds derived from herbs such as oregano and rosemary could offer a viable alternative…

New FAO handbook empowers veterinary services to manage animal health emergencies

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has released a comprehensive new handbook aimed at strengthening the capacity of veterinary services worldwide to prepare for and…

ILRI joins $27.4M Global Initiative to cut methane from livestock

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) has announced that it is joining a new $27.4 million global initiative to reduce methane emissions from livestock by…

ILRI marks 50 years of investment in sustainable livestock research

By Zablon Oyugi The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) that works to improve food and nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research…