African swine fever outbreak

Following the detection of African swine fever in Fagersta municipality, the Board of Agriculture has demarcated a zone to limit the spread of the disease.

Anyone in the affected area must respect the restrictions and instructions issued by the Board of Agriculture. Read more at the Board of Agriculture website: https://jordbruksverket.se/languages/english/swedish-board-of-agriculture/animals/animal-health/african-swine-fever

Previously, SLU has been adhering to the Swedish Board of Agriculture's 48-hour quarantine rule for individuals who have been abroad and plan to visit Swedish animal farms. Now, this quarantine rule also applies to individuals who have been in an infected zone, in accordance with the Swedish Board of Agriculture's decision.

SLU management, with the assistance of internal expertise, is continuously updated on developments and maintains contact with other authorities.

• Stay updated on the developments at the Swedish National Veterinary Institute, SVA, and at the Swedish Board of Agriculture.
• Every report about a found dead wild boar is important! Don't forget to describe where the body was found. It can contribute to the early detection of African swine fever virus in the country! Report here: https://rapporteravilt.sva.se/