U.S. Swine Industry's Vigilance Against Major Diseases: Safeguarding HealthEconomy

We are dedicated to preventing and managing swine diseases, safeguarding the health, quality, marketability, and prosperity of American pig farmers, their communities, and the broader economy.

African Swine Fever ASF

As a dire threat, African Swine Fever could devastate U.S. livestock producers, their local economies, and economic stability if it were to enter our country. We are committed to its strict prevention.

Classical Swine Fever

Classical Swine Fever is an infectious disease of pigs caused by a virus that poses significant risks for pig health and welfare upon entry into the United States.

Influenza A Virus in Swine Swine Influenza

Swine influenza, triggered by type A influenza viruses, is a contagious respiratory lment affecting swine. This condition requires vigilance due to its potential impact on swine populations.

Pseudorabies

Pseudorabies is an infectious disease that impacts pig production through abortion and stillbirths, as well as respiratory complications and occasional fatality in pigs.

Swine Brucellosis

Swine brucellosis is a contagious condition characterized by abortions, infertility, and reduced milk production in infected swine, threatening the sustnability of pig farms across America.

Swine Health Services and Initiatives

Our biosecurity measures are comprehensive. The Swine Health Protection Act guides us to enforce garbage feeding restrictions on premises where pigs are rsed or slaughtered, reinforcing our commitment to disease prevention.

We also engage with various other programs med at mntning swine health and promoting animal welfare:

• Wildlife Disease Surveillance and Research: Our efforts in tracking wild animal diseases ensure we can swiftly respond to potential threats to pig populations.

The scope of these initiatives is essential for a resilient swine sector that remns competitive, productive, and safe.

Our commitment to protecting the American swine industry encompasses both disease prevention strategies and comprehensive health support services, ensuring the livelihoods of farmers, their communities, and the broader economic landscape remn secure.

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