Chulalongkorn University veterinarians confirm that Thailand has good standards for raising and producing pigs. There is disease control according to international principles. high security There are strict controls on the movement of pigs and carcasses. Advise consumers to eat cooked pork only. and choose to buy pork from manufacturers that meet standards Certified by the Department of Livestock Development. for safety
Prof. Dr. Padet Thammarak, Faculty of Veterinary Science Chulalongkorn University said that Thailand has guidelines for the prevention of animal epidemics according to international standards. are strictly inspected by the Department of Livestock Development Strict control over the movement of pigs and carcasses To ensure meat safety and food security for consumers. In particular, African Swine Fever (ASF), which is a viral infection of the Asfivirus group, is a DNA virus that infects pigs only. without contacting people and not contacting or harming other animals
“I can confirm that ASF does not pose a threat to human health. Consumers can eat pork safely. The cooking must be heated at a temperature higher than 70 degrees Celsius for 30 minutes or more in order to destroy ASF and other pathogens that may be infected, such as ear fever, parasitic diseases or diseases that cause diarrhea. Importantly, pork must be purchased from manufacturers and distributors that meet standards. Have a reliable source It is certified by the Department of Livestock Development,” Prof. Dr. Padet said.
In addition, Thailand has introduced the Good Farming Management (GFM) system for disease prevention and appropriate animal husbandry to promote pig farming for small farmers and small farmers. provide management with a biosecurity system (Biosecurity) to reduce problems from epidemics and promote the safety of livestock products. The GFM system consists of 8 aspects of management, namely rearing areas and structures for housing or pen and equipment management. fleet management People Management health management Management of food, water and veterinary drugs Data management and environmental management which has steps that are easy to perform, uncomplicated and low cost, can prevent and reduce the risk of disease outbreaks can reduce the losses caused by the epidemic
Ms. Dr. Padet said that from the latest case of smuggling of swine products into Thailand. may cause the epidemic situation to return again If an ASF infection occurs in the farming industry, it will cause a large number of pig deaths. And farmers will have to destroy all risky pigs. Therefore, for the safety of consumers It is therefore a good idea to buy pork from a reputable store or producer. and certified by the Department of Livestock Development
However, only Vietnam is currently the world’s first approved for the use of a locally produced vaccine. for commercial prevention of ASF while other countries There is no specific vaccine and treatment method yet. Therefore, in order to prevent damage to the Thai swine industry which is food security If consumers come across suspicious pork, the source of which is unknown, inform the Department of Livestock Development for immediate control and inspection./
2023-08-04 08:01:00
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