An outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) may hit pig farming, one of the emerging and profitable ventures in the livestock sector.
North-eastern States are reeling under the threat of the disease. The Union and State governments have enforced strict control on the trade of pigs, piglets, and pork products as part of containment measures.
Classical swine fever had been reported even before. But strategic vaccination can prevent the disease. But the current outbreak of African swine fever may affect the pig population as no vaccine is available, according to experts.
