The poultry industry says its drive to unlock new export markets is already yielding positive results with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) the latest country to permit importation of chicken products from SA.

A German milk lab uses advanced milk-testing technology to help farmers make better herd level decisions.

The South African Poultry Association has welcomed a renewed focus on the poultry sector masterplan, despite the severe impact that Covid-19 has had on the local poultry industry.

To new arrivals, “Dip 27” is no different from any other rural service centre in Madabe communal lands south of Plumtree in Zimbabwe.

This year an EU grant supported company called ‘ZELP’ (Zero Emissions Livestock Project) is conducting large-scale pilots of its patented wearable device for cattle.

Like humans, animals are threatened by deadly pandemics that spread quickly and, in the case of commercial livestock, decimate herds and flocks.