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The Sun
2 days ago
- Health
- The Sun
New ASF outbreak hits pig farm in Tasek Gelugor, Penang
KEPALA BATAS: The Penang Department of Veterinary Services (JPVPP) has confirmed a new case of African Swine Fever (ASF) at a pig farm in Kampung Selamat, Tasek Gelugor, raising the total number of infected farms in the area to four. JPVPP director Dr Saira Banu Mohamed Rejab stated that lab tests confirmed the latest infection but assured the outbreak remains under control. 'JPVPP is actively conducting further investigations and collecting additional samples from the relevant farms. So far, the spread of the disease is under control, with only one more farm having tested positive,' she said. She added that farms in Kampung Selamat, Seberang Perai Selatan, and Barat Daya remain ASF-free, with no significant increase in infected pigs. The announcement was made during the state-level Farmers, Breeders, and Fishermen's Day opening ceremony at the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute. To date, 1,083 pigs have been culled at two infected farms, with carcasses buried on-site. Culling operations for the remaining two farms will begin soon. 'The culling process follows strict procedures on certified land. Disposal for the other farms will be on government-owned land in Seberang Perai Utara,' Saira Banu explained. She warned pig traders and farmers against sharing transport lorries to slaughterhouses to prevent cross-contamination. The total pig population across the four farms is estimated at 6,000. Earlier reports confirmed ASF in three Kampung Selamat farms, with two experiencing high mortality rates. – Bernama
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Health
- New Straits Times
Another pig farm in Tasek Gelugor infected with ASF
KEPALA BATAS: The Penang Department of Veterinary Services (JPVPP) has confirmed that another pig farm in Kampung Selamat, Tasek Gelugor has been infected with African Swine Fever (ASF), bringing the total number of infected farms in the area to four. JPVPP director Dr Saira Banu Mohamed Rejab said the confirmation was made based on lab test results conducted by the department but the ASF outbreak in the area remains under control. "JPVPP is actively conducting further investigations and collecting additional samples from the relevant farms. So far, the spread of the disease is under control, with only one more farm having tested positive. "Other farms in Kampung Selamat and the districts of Seberang Perai Selatan and Barat Daya are still free from ASF and there hasn't been a significant increase in the number of infected pigs," she told reporters at the state-level Farmers, Breeders and Fishermen's Day opening ceremony today. The event held at the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute, here, was officiated by Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. Saira Banu said 1,083 pigs have been culled at two of the four infected farms, with all carcasses buried on the farmers' lands. Culling for the remaining two farms will begin tomorrow. Based on JPVPP inspections, many of the pigs have already died. "The culling process is being carried out according to the prescribed procedures on the farmers' lands, certified as suitable by JPVPP. "Disposal for the remaining two farms will be carried out on government-owned land in Seberang Perai Utara, with permission from Tenaga Nasional Berhad. However, we have to proceed with caution as the area is quite risky," she said. She also advised pig traders and farmers not to share transport lorries to slaughterhouses, as this could cause cross-contamination and further spread of ASF. "We haven't calculated the estimated losses. But once a farm is confirmed positive, all livestock must be culled. The total pig population across the four infected farms is about 6,000," she added. Previously, the media reported that three pig farms in Kampung Selamat have been affected by ASF, based on laboratory results from the Northern Zone Veterinary Laboratory. Two of the three farms showed high mortality rates, raising concerns about the potential spread of ASF to nearby farms. – BERNAMA
The Star
2 days ago
- Health
- The Star
African Swine Fever hits another Tasik Gelugor pig farm
KEPALA BATAS: The Penang Veterinary Services Department has confirmed that another pig farm in Kampung Selamat, Tasek Gelugor has been infected with African Swine Fever (ASF), bringing the total number of infected farms in the area to four. Its director Dr Saira Banu Mohamed Rejab said the confirmation was made based on lab test results conducted by the department but assured that the ASF outbreak in the area remains under control. "We actively conducting further investigations and collecting additional samples from the relevant farms. So far, the spread of the disease is under control, with only one more farm having tested positive. "Other farms in Kampung Selamat and the districts of Seberang Perai Selatan and Barat Daya are still free from ASF and there hasn't been a significant increase in the number of infected pigs," she told reporters at the state-level Farmers, Breeders and Fishermen's Day opening ceremony on Sunday (July 27). The event held at the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute here was officiated by Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. Saira Banu said 1,083 pigs have been culled at two of the four infected farms, with all carcasses buried on the farmers' lands. Culling for the remaining two farms will begin on Monday. Based on the department's inspections, many of the pigs have already died. "The culling process is being carried out according to the prescribed procedures on the farmers' lands, certified as suitable by the department. "Disposal for the remaining two farms will be carried out on government-owned land in Seberang Perai Utara, with permission from Tenaga Nasional Berhad. However, we have to proceed with caution as the area is quite risky," she said. She also advised pig traders and farmers not to share transport lorries to slaughterhouses, as this could cause cross-contamination and further spread of ASF. "We haven't calculated the estimated losses. But once a farm is confirmed positive, all livestock must be culled. The total pig population across the four infected farms is about 6,000," she added. Previously, the media reported that three pig farms in Kampung Selamat have been affected by ASF, based on laboratory results from the northern zone veterinary laboratory. Two of the three farms showed high mortality rates, raising concerns about the potential spread of ASF to nearby farms. - Bernama
Barnama
2 days ago
- Health
- Barnama
Another Pig Farm In Tasek Gelugor Infected With ASF
KEPALA BATAS, July 27 (Bernama) -- The Penang Department of Veterinary Services (JPVPP) has confirmed that another pig farm in Kampung Selamat, Tasek Gelugor has been infected with African Swine Fever (ASF), bringing the total number of infected farms in the area to four. JPVPP director Dr Saira Banu Mohamed Rejab said the confirmation was made based on lab test results conducted by the department but the ASF outbreak in the area remains under control. 'JPVPP is actively conducting further investigations and collecting additional samples from the relevant farms. So far, the spread of the disease is under control, with only one more farm having tested positive. 'Other farms in Kampung Selamat and the districts of Seberang Perai Selatan and Barat Daya are still free from ASF and there hasn't been a significant increase in the number of infected pigs,' she told reporters at the state-level Farmers, Breeders and Fishermen's Day opening ceremony today. The event held at the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute, here, was officiated by Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. Saira Banu said 1,083 pigs have been culled at two of the four infected farms, with all carcasses buried on the farmers' lands. Culling for the remaining two farms will begin tomorrow. Based on JPVPP inspections, many of the pigs have already died. 'The culling process is being carried out according to the prescribed procedures on the farmers' lands, certified as suitable by JPVPP. 'Disposal for the remaining two farms will be carried out on government-owned land in Seberang Perai Utara, with permission from Tenaga Nasional Berhad. However, we have to proceed with caution as the area is quite risky,' she said.
United News of India
3 days ago
- Health
- United News of India
African Swine Fever outbreak affects over 2,300 pig farming families in Mizoram
East Aizawl, July 25 (UNI) The Mizoram animal husbandry and veterinary department has declared 100 villages and localities across six districts as African Swine Fever (ASF)-infected areas, as the disease continues to spread. As of today, a total of 2,369 pig farming families have been impacted by the resurgence of ASF, officials confirmed. On Friday alone, 41 pigs were reported dead across three districts. Khawzawl district in the north-eastern part of Mizoram saw the highest casualties, with 33 pigs lost, while Lunglei district in the south, which borders Bangladesh, reported seven fatalities. Mamit district, sharing a border with Tripura, recorded one casualty. To curb the outbreak, authorities have culled 77 pigs on the same day, with the majority of the culling occurring in Lunglei (72 pigs, including 58 from previous reports). Smaller culling operations took place in Khawzawl (3 pigs) and Mamit (2 pigs). The total number of pig casualties since the onset of the outbreak stands at 6,296, with 2,362 pigs having been culled to prevent further spread of the deadly disease. The southern district of Siaha has been the hardest hit, accounting for the highest number of casualties—3,191 pigs. Siaha is followed by Lawngtlai district, which borders Myanmar and Bangladesh, with 1,757 pig deaths, and Khawzawl district with 735 pig casualties. In terms of culling, Siaha has culled 935 pigs, while Lunglei and Lawngtlai have culled 878 and 394 pigs, respectively. The ASF outbreak has devastated communities, with 1,215 families affected in Siaha, followed by 380 in Lawngtlai, 349 in Lunglei, and 313 in Khawzawl. Veterinary officials are continuing efforts to contain the spread of the disease while providing support to the affected families. Authorities have urged local farmers to take necessary precautions and report any signs of infection to prevent further losses. UNI ZS BM
