The Agronomist

African Swine Fever (ASF) is a highly contagious viral disease that affects domestic and wild pigs. The disease is caused by the African Swine Fever virus, which belongs to the Asfarviridae family. ASF is a major concern for the swine industry, as it can cause high mortality rates in infected pigs and has the potential to spread rapidly across regions. In this blog post, we'll explore what causes African Swine Fever and how it spreads. Direct Contact with Infected Pigs The most common way that African Swine Fever spreads is through direct contact with infected pigs. The virus can be transmitted through bodily fluids such as blood, saliva, and feces. This can happen when healthy pigs come into contact with infected pigs or when humans who have been in contact with infected pigs come into contact with healthy pigs. Contaminated Feed and Water African Swine Fever can also be spread through contaminated feed and water. The virus can survive in feed and water for several days, and if