African swine fever outbreak detected at two pig farms in Kerian, Perak


KUALA LUMPUR: The Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) has confirmed an outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) at two commercial pig farms in Kerian district, Perak on Sept 17 and18.

In a statement, it said the matter was confirmed through a Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test by the Veterinary Research Institute (VRI) and quarantine measures and prevention of the spread of ASF disease have been implemented.

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