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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
Barnama
3 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.
The Sun
21-07-2025
- 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
Barnama
21-07-2025
- Health
- Barnama
Penang JPV Takes Pig Samples To Detect ASF
GEORGE TOWN, July 21 (Bernama) -- The Penang Veterinary Services Department (JPVPP) is actively conducting investigations and further sampling at pig farms to detect African swine fever (ASF) in the state. State Local Government, Town and Country Planning Committee chairman H'ng Mooi Lye said so far, three farms in Kampung Selamat, Tasek Gelugor near here remain confirmed positive for ASF, while other farms are still under further investigation. "A total of 13 pig samples from slaughterhouses originating from farms in North Seberang Perai (SPU), four samples from South Seberang Perai (SPS) and one sample from Southwest were found to be positive for ASF at the slaughterhouse. "However, the positive status of ASF will only be confirmed when the test results from the farms confirm the presence of ASF and to date, three farms have remained confirmed positive for ASF at the farm level while the rest are still under further investigation," he said when contacted by Bernama today. He said a total of 822 pigs have been culled so far by JPVPP involving two of the three farms that were confirmed positive. H'ng said JPVPP is also actively conducting further investigations and sampling at the relevant farms and the number of positive farms is expected to increase after the laboratory results have been received. At the same time, he said efforts were being made to identify suitable disposal sites to ensure that the disposal process was carried out safely and in compliance with environmental guidelines. ASF is not a zoonotic disease, meaning it cannot infect humans and does not endanger human health or affect food safety. This disease only affects the pig population," he said. He said JPVPP would also continue to monitor the situation continuously and work with all relevant agencies to immediately curb the spread of ASF.
