Other Ag News: Prevention Works Best When We Work Together

Monday, March 2, 2026 - 11:37am

As African swine fever (ASF) causes severe outbreaks across the globe, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) remains vigilant in preventing its spread in the United States. ASF may not pose a risk to human health, but its deadly impact on pigs threatens everyday life. An ASF outbreak in the U.S. would devastate the pork industry, drive up grocery prices, and affect what families put on their dining tables.

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