Covers proactive biosecurity and reactive treatment protocols for pathogens, parasites, and predators.
Red Spot Disease—clinically known as Motile Aeromonas Septicemia (MAS)—is a severe, systemic bacterial infection that poses a major threat to catfish aquaculture. It is driven primarily by bacteria of the…
Motile Aeromonas Septicemia (MAS) is a severe, systemic bacterial infection caused by Aeromonas hydrophila and related species. It poses a major risk to catfish aquaculture, functioning as both an acute…
Mistake 1: Inadequate Housing and Ventilation The problem: Many poultry operations in West and Central Africa use poorly ventilated structures—corrugated metal sheds without adequate openings, overcrowded pens, or housing that…
The disease management articles preceding this one in the series describe what to do after a pathogen has established itself in the production population. This article addresses what to do…
The catfish farmer who walks through the grow-out facility and sees fish that are feeding, swimming, and appearing externally normal concludes that the operation is healthy. A parasitologist examining gill…
Disease is the third highest cost in commercial catfish production after feed and labor — and unlike feed and labor, disease costs are highly variable and potentially catastrophic. A well-managed…
JOHANNESBURG — Climate change is no longer just a “farm-gate” problem. As rising temperatures, severe droughts, and erratic weather patterns destabilize harvests, South Africa’s crucial agri-processing industry—the engine room of…
The corn market is currently experiencing significant volatility, driven by a combination of surprising USDA data and ongoing concerns regarding summer weather. Market Overview Key Drivers Outlook for Producers Analysts…
