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Spain Investigates Swine Fever Outbreak; Pork Exports Halted

12/7/2025

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On December 6, Spanish authorities announced an investigation into five laboratories to identify the source of African swine fever in Catalonia.
The outbreak prompted about one-third of the 100 countries importing Spanish pork to halt shipments.
Since November 28, 13 cases have been detected in the region.
The Agriculture Ministry said the virus resembles a strain used in lab testing.
Spain has deployed soldiers to assist in containment efforts.

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Story summary

On December 6, Spanish authorities announced an investigation into five laboratories to identify the source of African swine fever in Catalonia.
The outbreak prompted about one-third of the 100 countries importing Spanish pork to halt shipments.
Since November 28, 13 cases have been detected in the region.
The Agriculture Ministry said the virus resembles a strain used in lab testing.
Spain has deployed soldiers to assist in containment efforts.