In response, the Anenii Noi Emergency Commission convened urgently and approved measures to contain and eliminate the outbreak, preventing further spread of the disease. Official notifications about the ASF outbreak have been sent to the relevant authorities in Moldova, the European Union, the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH), and other international partners.
The agency noted that pig owners and commercial farms affected by ASF may receive compensation based on the market price of the animals at the time of culling, considering their age, weight, and genetic value.
Authorities are urging pig farmers to immediately report any cases of illness or death in animals, as well as any wild boar carcasses found, to local veterinary services. Additionally, pig owners are advised not to feed food waste to pigs and to strictly adhere to biosecurity measures.
Citizens are also warned against bringing pork products from neighboring countries into Moldova, as such products will be confiscated and destroyed.
Since the beginning of 2025, approximately 30 ASF outbreaks have been reported in Moldova, mostly among domestic pigs. While ASF poses no threat to humans, it has severe economic consequences, potentially leading to pork supply disruptions and financial losses for the livestock industry.
Useful for Producers: Online Course on ASF
The Association of Ukrainian Pig Breeders together with leading industry experts offers a specialized online course, “African Swine Fever — Everything the Business Needs to Know,” available on the AgriAcademy educational platform.
The course is designed for owners, managers, and employees of pig farms, as well as other industry stakeholders who seek to minimize risks associated with African swine fever (ASF) and protect their businesses from critical losses.
During the course, participants will gain:
- up-to-date knowledge on the nature of ASF and the mechanisms of its spread;
- an understanding of key risk factors and the findings of recent research;
- practical tools for assessing biosecurity risks at the farm level;
- clear action protocols in the event of suspected or confirmed outbreaks;
- recommendations on preventive measures and long-term farm protection;
- examples of practical experience from enterprises that have already faced ASF-related challenges.
Training format:
All materials are presented in the form of concise, well-structured video modules that can be viewed at any convenient time.
The course is free of charge, subject to prior registration.
You can join the course via the following link: https://courses.agriacademy.org/courses/course-v1:FAO+ASF+2024Q4/about