How many pigs have been culled due to African Swine Fever in Penang?

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Over 14,000 Pigs Culled in Penang Due to African Swine Fever Outbreak

As of February 14, a total of 14,385 pigs have been culled in Penang as a measure against the spread of African Swine Fever (ASF). This culling operation is part of the Department of Veterinary Services' (DVS) elimination policy to control the disease, which has now affected 30 commercial farms and infected 68,659 pigs across the state.
Culling Progress Across Affected Districts

The culling efforts have seen varying degrees of completion across Penang's districts. In South Seberang Perai, where 19 farms are affected, culling has been completed in 14 farms, with the remaining five still undergoing the process. Culling has been completed in the two affected farms in Central Seberang Perai, while operations continue in the six farms in North Seberang Perai and the three in the Southwest district on the island.
Extent of African Swine Fever Spread

The ASF outbreak has impacted a significant number of pigs and farms in Penang. The disease has spread to 30 commercial farms, infecting a total of 68,659 pigs. The most heavily affected district is South Seberang Perai with 19 farms, followed by North Seberang Perai (six farms), Southwest district on the island (three farms), and Central Seberang Perai (two farms).
Impact on Pork Supply and Farmer Aid

Despite the outbreak, the pork supply in Penang remains above the self-sufficiency level. There are still 94 unaffected commercial pig farms with a total of 198,586 pigs, which are operating as normal and allowed to send their livestock to abattoirs. To support farmers facing significant losses, the DVS has submitted applications for aid for 10 affected farms to the DVS headquarters in Putrajaya for forwarding to the federal government.

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