ASF Hits Udupi: Wild Boars Test Positive, Pig Farm Shut Down to Prevent Spread
By ETF Desk
The district administration has confirmed that wild boars in the Udupi region have tested positive for ASF. The disease, which is highly contagious and deadly to pigs, has raised concerns among local farmers and animal health experts.
The pig farm, located in close proximity to the affected wild boars, has been shut down as a precautionary measure to prevent the spread of the disease. The authorities are working to ensure that the farm is thoroughly cleaned and disinfected to prevent any potential outbreak.
The confirmation of ASF in wild boars has sent shockwaves among local farmers, who are worried about the potential impact on their livelihoods. The disease has already affected several states in India, and the Udupi district is taking proactive measures to prevent its spread.
Source: Google News – Udupi.