Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is responsible for safeguarding American agriculture and ecosystems against biological threats, including animal disease, plant pests, and other agricultural health issues. This information is self-described.

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Today is World One Health Day! 🌎 The “One Health” approach is a collaborative effort that balances and optimizes the health of people, animals, plants, and ecosystems. At USDA APHIS, we recognize the importance of partnerships and collaboration to achieve sustainable, united health outcomes – and we salute our team members and partners in this effort. Discover more about the APHIS One Health approach and our mission: https://lnkd.in/g6TQ5X2F #WorldOneHealthDay #OneHealthDay #OneHealth #USDA #APHIS

During Native American Heritage Month, we celebrate how Tribal Nations and Native communities collectively shaped our nation. We honor indigenous knowledge and practice for ongoing contributions to land stewardship, regenerative agricultural practices, and agri-food research. We invite you to explore stories highlighting some of our partnerships with Tribal communities: https://lnkd.in/e5GuSHvN

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Do you know how to help keep African swine fever out of the U.S.? Learn about the steps you can take to keep your pigs safe: https://lnkd.in/gKbi5DBQ #ASFActionWeek

Innovation Alert! APHIS scientists are one step closer to developing a steam-based alternative to methyl bromide for treating fruits and vegetables. The team has designed and built a steam treatment system that offers a cleaner, more sustainable option for pest control in fresh produce. This advancement could have a major impact on U.S. agricultural markets by reducing chemical use and supporting eco-friendly practices. Discover more about their research and what’s next for this exciting project: https://lnkd.in/g8UEMAiF

Happy Halloween! 🎃 We extend gratitude to all pumpkin producers and recognize the important role of ag in bringing spooktacular fun to the fall season! #Halloween

Signs of African swine fever can resemble those of other illnesses. Because this viral pig disease has never been detected in the United States, it can be easy to become complacent. Getting all types of pig owners to know the upfront actions to take–and disease signs–is critical to protecting the herd and the U.S. food supply. Make sure your clients know the signs and know to call you for appropriate testing at the first sign of sickness. You are the first line of defense. https://lnkd.in/gVPrFDYx #ASFActionWeek

African swine fever isn’t in the U.S., but we need your help keeping it that way. Putting basic biosecurity practices in place protects your pigs from getting sick. Learn about African swine fever and ways you can defend your farm against this deadly pig disease that’s a global threat. https://lnkd.in/g8fPzD9c #ASFActionWeek

Your pigs depend on your care and attention every day. Protecting them from diseases like African swine fever (ASF) and keeping them safe to market is part of that care. If #ASF ever made it into the U.S. and infected your pig, would you be able to spot it? Do you know other ways to keep them healthy? Check out these eight tips to keep your pigs healthy to market time. https://lnkd.in/gfKFtnyf #ASFActionWeek #AfricanSwineFever #pigs #swine #hogs #biosecurity #farming #farm #FFA #4H

African swine fever is a deadly pig disease that spreads fast and has up to a 100% mortality rate. People can’t get it, but even one case would devastate America’s swine population. Learn how we’re working to prevent the fever and helping farmers and veterinarians protect their pigs. https://lnkd.in/gfKFtnyf #ASFActionWeek

The National Feral Swine Damage Management Program works with state and local partners to prevent the expansion of feral swine populations and their damage. Check out this new pub highlighting their success. https://lnkd.in/ga34V5Cg

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