Poland: There is a massive increase in the number of ASF outbreaks in wild boars, well over 100 outbreaks in a week

The increase in the number of new outbreaks of ASF in wild boars is typical for this time of year, however, it has probably been several years since we have observed so many cases confirmed within a week. Naturally, the number of recorded cases is also influenced by a number of other factors - such as the intensity of searches or hunting, so it is difficult to draw any conclusions here. The fact is that within a week, 137 outbreaks of ASF in wild boars were confirmed, which appeared in 12 provinces. Almost half of the outbreaks (66) were confirmed in the Pomeranian province, mainly in the Tri-City area. Many cases were also confirmed in Wielkopolska and the Kuyavian-Pomeranian province. This time, however, it was possible to avoid the transmission of the virus to areas previously free of the disease - all outbreaks occurred in the red or pink zone. Where did ASF occur? According to the latest report of the General Inspectorate of Veterinary Inspection and the map published by the ...