[2026-01-24]African Swine Fever Confirmed at Anseong Pig Farm: Emergency Quarantine Measures Enforced

African Swine Fever was confirmed on January 23 at a pig farm in Anseong, Gyeonggi Province, leading to an emergency response meeting by central and local authorities.
This is the second case in 2025, with 2,600 pigs culled and a 48-hour standstill order issued for farms and related facilities in Anseong and nearby regions.
Authorities have raised the national alert to the highest level, intensified inspections and disinfection, and stated that pork supply will remain stable despite the outbreak.