MSD Animal Health has announced the launch of Porcilis Ery+Parvo+Lepto, its new vaccine against erysipelas, porcine parvovirus and leptospirosis.

The new vaccine offers up to 12 months' immunity against three of the biggest diseases that cause reproductive failures in pigs.

Alexandre Carvalho, business unit manager for pigs at MSD Animal Health, says the vaccine has the broadest protection against Leptospira on the market, offering protection against nine different serogroups including, Australis and Pomona.

He added: "This vaccine also includes protection against the Tarassov serogroup, which is unique to the product.

"It’s important to note that PORCILIS Ery+Parvo+Lepto can be used for mass vaccination and during pregnancy, which hasn’t been possible with previous products."

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