US animal disease defences weak in a "high stakes" game

Article Abstract:

Limited government funding has left federal animal health programs in a weakened state, according to a report by the National Association of State Agriculture Departments (NASDA). These programs are antiquated and are not fully prepared should a highly contagious foreign animal disease be discovered among United States' livestock. However, Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman and other officials of the United States Department of Agriculture, say the Department is well braced for any potential bio-terrorism attack. NASDA says Congress must quickly fund in order to increase experienced staff and bolster animal research.

Administration of Veterans' Affairs, Veterans Programs-Total Govt, United States. Department of Agriculture, Veterans' benefits, Veneman, Ann, National Association of State Agriculture Departments

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Colorado tackes CWD with gusto

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Special hunting licenses are being sold by Colorado state officials in an attempt to reduce the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) among wild elk and deer. The state Division of Wildlife (DOW) reports that it does not believe CWD poses a risk to hunters. Additionally, the DOW, along with Colorado State University and the University of Wyoming, are involved in a research project to determine if a live test for CWD would be effective.

Colorado, Hunting, trapping, game propagation, Hunting and Trapping, Hunting & Trapping, Health aspects, Research, Colorado State University, Elk, Elk (Wapiti), Deer, Colorado. Department of Natural Resources. Division of Wildlife, University of Wyoming

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Novartis: Ready, steady, grow

Article Abstract:

Novartis Animal Health has reported limited sales growth during 1999, and there are speculations that it may seek to acquire American Home Products.

Novartis Animal Health U.S. Inc.

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