Type: Chapter

Risk-based measures for prevention and control of African swine fever (ASF) in pigs

Author Silvia Bellini

Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale della Lombardia ed Emilia-Romagna (IZSLER) (Italy)

Publication date:

21 June 2022

ID: 9781801465052

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Description

This chapter highlights the tools currently available for early detection of the presence of African swine fever (ASF) and biosecurity measures to prevent its spread, including adequate cleaning and disinfection (C&D) procedures.

Table of contents

  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Surveillance measures
  • 3 Biosecurity measures
  • 4 Cleaning and disinfection measures
  • 5 Conclusion
  • 6 Where to look for further information
  • 7 References