NEWS 18 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE June 2025 Infectious animal diseases are affecting new areas and species, undermining global food security, human health and biodiversity, according to the first State of the World’s Animal Health report, published on May 23rd, 2025. The new annual assessment, published by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), provides the first comprehensive review of animal disease trends, risks and challenges, from the uptake and availability of vaccines to the use of antibiotics in animals. Released ahead of WOAH’s 92nd General Session and its Animal Health Forum – where leading experts gathered to discuss vaccination and innovation in disease prevention from May 25–29 – the report sets the stage for high-level discussions on how science-based vaccination strategies and emerging technologies can help address current and future animal health threats through a One Health approach. Among its findings, the report revealed the reported number of avian influenza outbreaks in mammals more than doubled last year compared to 2023 with 1,022 outbreaks across 55 countries compared to 459 outbreaks in 2023. The authors highlighted that, while the risk of human infection remains low, the more mammalian species such as cattle, cats or dogs infected, the greater the possibility of the virus adapting to mammal-to-mammal, and potentially human, transmission. “The spread, prevalence and impact of infectious animal diseases is changing, bringing new challenges for agriculture and food security, human health and development, and natural ecosystems,” said Dr. Emmanuelle Soubeyran, Director General of WOAH. “By launching a new, annual assessment of the state of the world’s animal health, WOAH shines a light on our interconnected health issues and the solutions that can improve animal health and, by extension, global health.” Read more>> A developer of premium nutritional products for dairy and beef cattle, Papillon Agricultural Company launched a new anti-caking agent DeTerra 365™ to support ruminant immune function with improved feed hygiene. Designed for use in dairy and beef cow rations, the company describes DeTerra 365 as a consistently pure calcium montmorillonite clay used to bind moisture in feed, limiting the potential for mold growth and mycotoxin production. “DeTerra 365 is a top-of-the-line anti-caking agent that supports immune function,” said Papillon President David Briggs. “Plus, we are able to price it competitively because we source it straight from a proven, pure deposit in Nevada through our sister company MIN-AD.” DeTerra 365’s unique structure and small particle size provides a high surface area for cation exchange, making it an excellent feedstuff flow agent, Papillon points out. Through this unique structure and consistent quality control, DeTerra 365 helps mitigate feed challenges and support healthy immune function. Read more>> New WOAH report reveals world’s animal disease trends, risks and challenges Papillon launches anti-caking agent for ruminant diets ShutterStock | 1173277306
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