Poland: ASF outbreak reported in domestic pigs in Podlaskie Voivodeship

This is the first ASF outbreak in pigs in the Voivodeship in 2026.

An outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) was detected on a farm with 550 pigs, located in Półkoty, Sejny commune, Sejny county, Podlaskie voivodeship.

The Veterinary Inspectorate implemented measures related to the eradication of the disease including the killing and disposal of pigs, cleansing and disinfection, and designation of restricted areas, i.e., the protection and surveillance zone within a 10 km radius around the outbreak.

According to the Podlaskie Voivodeship Veterinary Officer, this is the first outbreak of ASF in pigs in the Voivodeship in 2026.

September 18, 2026/Chief Veterinary Inspectorate and Provincial Veterinary Inspectorate in Białystok.
https://www.wetgiw.gov.pl
https://bialystok.wiw.gov.pl

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