ASF hits 3 South Cotabato barangays

The Provincial Veterinary Office (PVET) confirmed positive cases of African swine fever (ASF) in three barangays in Banga town, South Cotabato.

According to Corinne Catibayan’s report on GTV, a total of 200 hogs have been culled as of March 31.

The PVET said they were continuously monitoring the village for the possible spread of the virus.

It added that the local government unit (LGU) would be assisting hog farmers affected by the ASF.

The office also advised farmers to report suspected ASF cases early so they could immediately conduct the culling or depopulation of infected and susceptible hogs.

Meanwhile, Koronodal City, Tantangan, and Omonoloc earlier blocked the transport of live hogs and pork from adjacent towns due to the ASF threat.

ASF is a highly contagious viral disease that has been a problem since its outbreak in the country in October 2019.

In March, the Department of Agriculture committed itself to ending the ASF problem. — DVM, GMA News