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A series of AHDB workshops on the UK’s preparedness for African swine fever (ASF) has highlighted the importance of cross-industry partnership and robust, coordinated communications to…
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AHDB report on ASF preparedness highlights importance of partnership and effective communications
0A series of AHDB workshops on the UK’s preparedness for African swine fever (ASF) has highlighted the importance of cross-industry partnership and robust, coordinated communications to ensure controls are applied effectively. AHDB convened four workshops in March 2026, bringing together stakeholders from across the pork supply chain. Each workshop focused on a different stage of an ASF outbreak: ASF prevention, semen supply and rare breed conservation. Managing pigs on farm during an ASF outbreak. Managing processing during an ASF outbreak. Returning to trade following an ASF outbreak. The objective was to identify remaining risks, explore practical solutions and consider where…