Swine news - Pig health

The Prime Minister has issued a directive to urgently improve slaughterhouse oversight.

After a new case of wild boar testing positive for ASF in Castellbisbal, restricted zones I and II have been expanded.

An analysis of trends in the key socio-economic indicators of the Argentine swine industry, based on annual data from the Secretariat of Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries (SAGyP).

The 2026-2028 Collaboration Plan prioritizes animal traceability, health intelligence, and pest control, with an investment of approximately $6 million.

MIDA participated in an international symposium supported by South Korea, the World Bank, and OPS to coordinate efforts across the agricultural, human, and environmental sectors.

A sterile fly production facility plays a crucial role in NWS prevention and response.

Safe2Eat 2026 expands its reach to 23 countries and strengthens confidence in food safety with clear and accessible scientific information.

Together with the fully fenced core area, this creates a double fence, which is a key measure for containing and eradicating ASF in the region.

The Director General of the organization addressed the IDB on the structural vulnerability of the Latin American agri-food systems and the urgency of transforming its productive base.

The National Swine Biosecurity Plan has certified that farms that produce 25% of the country's commercial pork and estimated that USD 40 million in two years.

Spain promotes a One Health approach to improve early detection and response to zoonoses through interministerial coordination.

The National Swine Health Strategy moves into implementation, targeting PRRSV and PEDV control while strengthening biosecurity and disease preparedness.

MIDA presents "Alerta Animal" in Chiriquí, with support from the regional health organization (OIRSA) and participation of livestock associations..

African swine fever has reappeared in Saxony. The federal state of Saxony had been considered ASF-free since February 5th, 2026.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has provided a set of equipment to the Ivorian government to support the fight against African swine fever.

The EU Agriculture Council focuses on markets, trade and costs, highlighting resilience, trade safeguards and energy pressures.

The Agriculture Committee is calling for stronger support for the EU livestock sector in the face of economic, environmental and social pressures.

The mobilisation follows a request for assistance from the Cypriot authorities via the EU Civil Protection Mechanism. It comprises disinfectants, personal protective equipment.

South Africa’s FMD vaccine delays leave pigs vulnerable, with farmers urging faster rollout to curb outbreaks and protect livestock.

With the inclusion of Sabadell, there are now 10 municipalities with confirmed cases, with a total of 40 outbreaks reported up to date.

The Directorate General of Veterinary Medicine of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food of Greece has confirmed the occurrence of foot-and-mouth disease on the island of Lesbos.

South Africa’s pig industry sees cautious progress against foot-and-mouth disease, with vaccines, abattoir approvals, and ongoing research underway.

The country officially notified WOAH of the end of vaccination in cattle and buffalo, with the aim being declared free of the disease without vaccination.

Since the last report, one new outbreak in wild boars has been reported with a total of 11 cases, with one case detected in the municipality of Barcelona.