Rhineland-Palatinate: Five cases of the African swine fever discovered

Rhineland-Palatinate: Five cases of the African swine fever discovered

Rhineland-Palatinate: Alarm level by African swine plague

The African Swine plague (ASP) currently affects Rhineland-Palatinate, where five cases have been found. These reports, which come from the animal disease information system of the Friedrich Loeffler Institute, accelerate concerns among farmers and in the wildlife community.

affected region and type of disease

The cases were registered in the districts of Alzey-Worms and Mainz-Bingen, especially with wild boar. The viral disease affects both house and wild boars and is harmless to humans. Nevertheless, the situation is serious for the pet owners, because according to the state investigation office, an infection in almost all cases means the death of the animal within just one week.

Missing vaccines and consequences for animal husbandry

A particularly worrying aspect is that there is no vaccine against the African swine fever. This differs significantly from the classic swine plague, for which corresponding vaccinations can be offered. This brings enormous economic risks for the pig farmers because the plague has quick -grassous consequences for stocks.

The importance of today's reports

These reports not only underline the weakness of the current animal health systems, but also show how important a robust reaction is to arisen epidemic scenarios. The present case could mean that other regions in Germany also have to be on alert in order to prevent spreading.

outlook on the future of animal husbandry

The effects of the African swine fever go beyond the mere numbers of the infected animals. The agricultural community is presented with major challenges, while the focus is on preventive measures to contain the disease. The authorities are required to develop quick and efficient strategies in order to protect both the health of the animals and the economic interests of the owners.

- Nag