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NewsSpain's control measures against ASF insufficient, warns scientific committtee
The scientific committee advising the government of Spain on the management of the African swine fever (ASF) outbreak warns that the control measures taken so far are insufficient, and considers it necessary for all autonomous communities to prepare for a possible expansion of the virus.
NewsASF disrupts Spain's pork exports
Spain's pork sector is facing mounting losses after an outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) in wild boar triggered export restrictions and pushed down pig prices.
NewsSpain puts forward agriculture minister for top position in FAO
Spain put forward Agriculture Minister Luis Planas as a candidate for the top job at the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) on March 16.
NewsCatalonia, Spain, expands high-risk area for ASF again
The Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Food of Catalonia, Spain, has expanded its high-risk area for African swine fever (ASF) once again, after the detection of seven new cases in wild boars.
NewsResolution approved to modify measures against ASF in Catalonia, Spain
The Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Food in Catalonia, Spain, has approved a resolution modifying the measures for the prevention and control of African swine fever (ASF) in the region, while also reporting 18 positive new cases of ASF in Spain, confirmed by the reference laboratory of the Ministry of Agriculture.
NewsLSD case confirmed at farm in northeast of Catalonia, Spain
The agriculture ministry of Catalonia, Spain, reported a new outbreak of lumpy skin disease (LSD) at a farm in Capmany, in the northeast of Catalonia.
NewsASF cases in Spain rouse concerns about protecting pigs in UK
Following recent outbreaks of African swine fever (ASF) in Spain, UK pig producers are being urged to maintain strong biosecurity measures and ensure robust contingency plans are in place.
NewsCatalonia, Spain, confirms 18 more wild boar hit by ASF
The Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Food of Catalonia, Spain, announced on January 5 that 18 more wild boar have fallen prey to African swine fever (ASF) near Cerdanyola del Vallès.
NewsIndonesia stops entry of pork from Spain
The Indonesian Quarantine Agency (Barantin) has banned the entry of pork and its derivatives from Spain following reports of an African swine fever (ASF) outbreak in the country.