[2026-01-26]African Swine Fever Confirmed at Pocheon Farm: Nationwide Quarantine Measures Intensified
African Swine Fever (ASF) was confirmed on January 24 at a pig farm in Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province, leading to immediate quarantine actions.
This is the third ASF case in South Korea this year, with 7,945 pigs culled and a 24-hour standstill order issued for related facilities in nine cities and counties.
Authorities are strengthening nationwide disinfection, inspections, and farm management to prevent further outbreaks, while the impact on pork supply is expected to be minimal.