The DLD order on temporary suspension of importation of live domestic pigs and wild pigs and their carcasses from Germany to prevent the spread of African Swine Fever

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 8 December 2021, the suspension for importation of live domestic and wild pigs and their carcasses from Germany has expired on 20 March 2022. However, the OIE has reported a continued outbreak of African Swine Fever in area of Germany. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of African Swine Fever disease into the country. By the virtue of Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015), the importation of live domestic and wild pigs and their carcasses from Germany is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days since 21 March 2022 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette.