Lao Cai province has culled nearly 10,000 pigs due to African swine fever.

Due to the ongoing and complex situation of African swine fever, the entire province was forced to cull more than 9,600 pigs in August alone. According to assessments by relevant authorities, the outbreaks are mainly concentrated in small-scale pig farms with limited disease prevention measures.

Officials from the Tram Tau Agricultural Support Service Station, in coordination with Phinh Ho commune, destroyed pigs infected with the disease.

According to assessments by authorities, in August, African swine fever occurred in nearly 1,500 households across 37 communes and wards; more than 9,600 pigs were culled, equivalent to nearly 550 tons.

Currently, specialized agencies are continuing to monitor weather developments, actively implementing disease prevention and control measures, as well as quarantine and transportation of animals and animal products, minimizing the risk of disease spread. Lao Cai province has simultaneously activated prevention and control measures, deployed containment and control of infection sources, and carried out regular disinfection to prevent widespread outbreaks.

For livestock farmers who have not been affected, the agricultural sector recommends proactively implementing measures such as: regularly cleaning and disinfecting barns; strictly controlling the entry and exit of people and vehicles; and monitoring the health of the pig herd daily to detect any abnormalities early.

Source: https://baolaocai.vn/lao-cai-tieu-huy-gan-10000-con-lon-do-dich-ta-lon-chau-phi-post881403.html