Authorities point to several key causes behind the resurgence: lack of vaccination, poor biosecurity measures, and negligence among farmers. Small-scale farms remain especially vulnerable, often failing to properly dispose of infected carcasses or implement effective prevention protocols.
In Da Nang City, ASF has been detected in four communes, with 125 pigs reported dead. In particular, the disease has spread rapidly in Xuan Phu commune, affecting 44 households and forcing the culling of over 70 pigs. Local authorities have mobilized disinfection efforts, set up quarantine checkpoints, launched a mass vaccination campaign, and tightened controls on pig transportation.
Meanwhile, in Phu Tho province, the virus has impacted 224 farms across 34 communes and districts, resulting in the culling of over 1,500 pigs. Officials are also cracking down on illegal animal transport and unregulated slaughter operations.
To respond to the escalating threat, local governments in Da Nang and other affected regions have established special task forces to enhance disease monitoring, ensure the supply of disinfectants and vaccines, and supervise timely and transparent culling procedures.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development warns that the situation remains critical, especially among smallholder farmers. In response, several inspection teams have been deployed to hard-hit areas to support containment and prevention measures.
Source: PigUA.info, based on pig333.com