Colombia reinforces controls to prevent African Swine Fever and protect an industry of over 10 million pigs
The Colombian Agricultural Institute (ICA) reiterated its call for travelers and tourists to strictly comply with sanitary recommendations aimed at preventing the entry of African Swine Fever (ASF) into the country.
TL;DR
- Travelers coming from Spain and other affected regions (Dominican Republic, Haiti, parts of Asia and Africa) must not bring pork products into Colombia.
- Individuals who have had contact with pigs or wild boars must report it at ICA points of attention in airports.
- Colombia maintains its ASF-free status through reinforced biosecurity and surveillance measures, including sanitary canine brigades.
- Pig producers are urged to practice strict biosecurity on their farms and immediately report any unusual symptoms in animals to the ICA.
- Early detection and timely notification are key to protecting the productive sector and ensuring food security.