ILT in Peru 'Resolved'
PERU - The veterinary authorities have contacted the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE), reporting that the outbreaks of avian infectious laryngotracheitis (ILT) have been resolved.

Use Organic Acids for Salmonella Control
PERU - UK poultry salmonella specialist Dr Lin Wylie from Kiotechagil has emphasised the critical need to use organics acids in the battle to control salmonella in South American poultry farms.

No Further Avian Infectious Laryngotracheitis in Peru
PERU - The veterinary authorities have sent a follow-up report to the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE), stating that no further outbreaks of this disease have occurred the disease was first found on 11 August 2008.

Two Newcastle Disease Outbreaks
PERU - Authorities have notified the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) about two outbreaks of Newcastle disease in late August in the south of the country.

Latin America’s Most Modern Hatchery to be Built
PERU - Avícola As de Oro, a Peruvian broiler and breeder rearing company, has enlisted Petersime’s support in building its new hatchery in Lima.

Chile Buys Into Peru, Big Time
PERU - The major Peruvian supermarket chain, Wong, has been acquired by Chilean Cencosud during December. The deal should be completed by end of January.

NCGA Applauds New Trade In Peru
PERU - The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) applauds the House of Representatives in its 285-132 passage of the Peru Trade Promotion Agreement (PTPA). NCGA will now work toward immediate Senate consideration of the agreement.