Moldova is grappling with its most severe African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreak to date, resulting in the culling of approximately 118,000 pigs—about 20% of the nation’s pig population. The outbreak, which began in early 2025, has affected around 30 locations, including two major commercial farms.
Major Outbreak at Roscani Farm
One of the most significant incidents occurred at a large-scale farm near the village of Roscani in the Anenii Noi district. This facility housed approximately 65,000 pigs. Following the detection of ASF through laboratory tests, authorities implemented strict quarantine measures and initiated mass culling to prevent further spread.
Widespread Impact Across Regions
The ASF outbreaks have been reported in various parts of Moldova. Notably, the village of Radeni Vechi in the Ungheni district confirmed cases in domestic pigs, while nine wild boars were found dead in the Straseni municipality, indicating the virus’s presence in both domestic and wild swine populations.
Economic and Market Implications
Despite the significant loss of livestock, the Moldovan Pig Farmers Association has stated that the impact on pork prices remains minimal, with current prices being 3–5% lower than in 2024. The association anticipates that affected farms will resume operations by autumn, and any shortfall in pork supply will be supplemented through imports.
Preventive Measures and Future Outlook
In response to the outbreak, the Moldovan Food Security Agency has established control and observation zones to monitor and contain the disease. Efforts are underway to repopulate affected farms, with plans to import piglets to restore production levels. Authorities emphasize the importance of stringent biosecurity measures to prevent future outbreaks.
The ASF situation in Moldova underscores the ongoing challenges the disease poses to the swine industry in Europe and highlights the need for continued vigilance and effective disease management strategies.
Geographic Coordinates of Key Outbreak Locations:
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Roscani, Anenii Noi District: 47.1167° N, 29.2167° E
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Radeni Vechi, Ungheni District: 47.2167° N, 27.8167° E
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Straseni Municipality: 47.1333° N, 28.6167° E
These coordinates correspond to the locations of significant ASF outbreaks in Moldova.
For Swine Web readers, this information provides a comprehensive overview of the current ASF situation in Moldova, highlighting the critical areas affected and the measures being taken to address the outbreak.
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