Shrimp farming is an important and profitable industry, but it faces many challenges. The biggest threat to shrimp farming is disease. Diseases like White Spot Syndrome (WSS), Early Mortality Syndrome (EMS), and Enterocytozoon hepatopenaei (EHP) can wipe out entire harvests. However, with the right management practices, farmers can protect their shrimp and increase their profits….
India has made a significant advancement in animal health by establishing its first Equine Disease-Free Compartment (EDFC) in Meerut. This facility is officially recognized by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) as of July 3, 2025. It is a major step towards improving India’s animal health system and facilitating international trade. The EDFC is…
On June 20, 2025, a significant workshop took place in New Delhi. Organised by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, the event aimed to develop a One Health Communication Strategy. This initiative is essential for improving animal health and promoting public awareness…
The ICAR-National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD) in Bhopal has received a significant honour. It has been recognised as a Category A Rinderpest Holding Facility by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). This announcement was made at the 92nd General Session of WOAH held in…
In a worrying case of agroterrorism, two Chinese researchers, Yunqing Jian and Zunyong Liu, have been arrested for allegedly smuggling a dangerous crop fungus, Fusarium graminearum, into the United States. This fungus poses a significant threat to agriculture and public health. The case highlights the potential risks of biological threats to food security. Yunqing Jian,…
