The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) is hosting a timely webinar on Thursday, September 18, 2025 (5:00–6:00 pm GMT) focused on African Swine Fever (ASF) and its implications for pork processing facilities.
ASF remains one of the most significant threats to the global pork industry, and this session is designed to give abattoir and lairage staff, plant operators, and management teams the knowledge they need to strengthen their readiness.
Key Topics
The webinar will outline:
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What ASF is and why it matters to every part of the pork supply chain
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Signs to watch for in abattoirs and lairage
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Operational impacts if an outbreak occurs
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Adjustments to working practices during an ASF event
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Reporting protocols for suspected cases
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The role of biosecurity in prevention and containment
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Understanding pre-designation levels in processing plants
AHDB emphasizes that this is “a vital opportunity for those working in the pork sector to improve their understanding and readiness before it’s too late.”
Why It Matters
With ASF outbreaks continuing to disrupt markets worldwide, preparedness is more than a compliance issue—it’s a business continuity priority. Abattoirs play a frontline role in spotting potential risks early, maintaining biosecurity standards, and ensuring processors can operate through disruption.
Accessing the Webinar
The session is open to pork processing staff across the UK and beyond. AHDB has confirmed that the webinar will be recorded and available in multiple languages, ensuring accessibility for a wide audience.
👉 Swine Web Takeaway: This webinar is not just another training—it’s a chance for processors to sharpen ASF awareness, reinforce biosecurity, and understand exactly how an outbreak would impact operations.
If you have any questions about this event, please contact us using the details below.
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