Latest news with #ASF-positive
The Sun
4 days ago
- Health
- The Sun
Penang JPV tests pig samples for African swine fever detection
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Veterinary Services Department (JPVPP) is intensifying efforts to detect African swine fever (ASF) by conducting investigations and further sampling at pig farms across the state. State Local Government, Town and Country Planning Committee chairman H'ng Mooi Lye confirmed that three farms in Kampung Selamat, Tasek Gelugor, remain ASF-positive, while others are still under investigation. 'A total of 13 pig samples from slaughterhouses in North Seberang Perai (SPU), four from South Seberang Perai (SPS), and one from Southwest tested positive for ASF. However, farm-level confirmation is pending for most cases,' H'ng told Bernama. So far, 822 pigs have been culled from two of the three confirmed ASF-positive farms. JPVPP continues to monitor the situation and collaborate with agencies to prevent further spread. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow stated that the state is identifying alternative disposal sites for infected carcasses as a precaution. 'The SPU District Office and JPVPP are working together to ensure safe disposal in compliance with environmental guidelines,' he said. ASF is not zoonotic and poses no risk to human health or food safety. However, high mortality rates at two infected farms have raised concerns about wider transmission. – Bernama
New Straits Times
13-07-2025
- Health
- New Straits Times
Kampung Selamat ASF outbreak: 188 pigs culled as authorities step up containment
TASEK GELUGOR: Authorities have intensified containment measures following confirmed outbreaks of African Swine Fever (ASF) at three pig farms in Kampung Selamat here. Penang Veterinary Services Department (DVS) director Dr Saira Banu Mohamed Rejab said a total of 188 pigs had been culled and 45 carcasses disposed of at Farm 1. She said about 70 pigs had died at Farm 2 due to ASF-related complications. "The ASF outbreak was first reported on July 7 by a member of the public, who observed pigs exhibiting clinical signs consistent with the disease. "These animals were subsequently transported to a slaughterhouse in the Seberang Perai Utara district. "The report triggered an immediate response by the DVS, which conducted inspections and collected samples at surrounding farms," she told the New Straits Times. Earlier today, the NST reported that the three pig farms in Kampung Selamat affected by the ASF outbreak had recorded a total of 183 cases of deaths and sick pigs. Of the total, 120 deaths had been reported, an increase from the 50 reported yesterday. Dr Saira Banu said all carcasses from infected farms had been safely buried, with disposal efforts completed at both Farm 1 and Farm 2. "As of today, the number of confirmed ASF-positive farms remains at three, with no new premises added to the list. "The total number of pigs reported dead due to the outbreak is estimated at 120. "We urge pig farmers and the public to remain vigilant. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates as more information becomes available," she added.
