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7 ‘I’ framework for pig sector development in Assam, India

  Investment:   Invest in creating a pool of highly trained groups of public/private pig experts (Husbandry, breeding, nutrition, Health, etc.) and independent producer entrepreneurs. Invest in risk mitigation initiatives, such as Emergency Preparedness, Business Continuity Fund, Insurance, etc., to

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Posted in Livestock Policy, Planning and Projects

‘Micro’ or ‘Tiny’ abattoirs: A practical solution to accomplish hygiene and food safety in the wet and hot meat markets of India

‘Abattoir,’ the synonym of a slaughterhouse, is a place where animals are slaughtered for food. Abattoirs play a crucial link in the meat industry, allowing the meat business operators (MBOs) to address animal welfare and food safety aspects during the

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Posted in Innovation, Technology and Food processing

Biosecurity

Improved biosecurity across the pork value chain is imperative for the success of the piggery sector in India. Veterinarians play an essential role in motivating, training, and helping people to improve biosecurity at all levels. A practicing field veterinarian is

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Posted in Veterinary Profession, Workforce development and Continuing Education

Suggested action points for piggery sector in Assam in reference to African Swine Fever outbreak

The Government of India has notified the outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) in Assam. ( See notification ).The Government of Assam has constituted a core group of experts on 2nd May 2020 to aid and advise the Government of

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Posted in Disease Control strategies