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Risk of disease spread from raising smuggled pigs

In Dong Nai, there is a situation where traders are illegally importing piglets from Thailand for sale. These are pigs of unknown origin, so the risk of disease is very high, especially African swine fever. Piglet prices have increased Mr. Le Van Dung’s pig farm in Vinh Cuu district, Dong Nai has a capacity of 3,000 pigs. Preparing for the upcoming Lunar New Year, 2 weeks ago he bought 800 piglets (weaned pigs) to raise. At this time, he wants to buy 800 more piglets but cannot, because the limited supply makes it difficult to buy in large quantities. Recently,..