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 21 September 2021, the suspension for importation of live domestic and wild pigs and their carcasses from Germany has expired on 20 December 2021. 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 December 2021 onward in the Thai Royal Gazette.