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African swine fever situation in Ukraine is 'severe'

Dr Jason Aldiss, of the Association of Independent Meat Suppliers, said: "With resources stretched thin due to the conflict, farmers are struggling to protect their herds, further jeopardising their livelihoods."

Rachael Brown
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African swine fever situation in Ukraine is 'severe'

The African swine fever (ASF) situation in Ukraine is ‘severe' with the lack of resources and movement of livestock across conflict zones ‘exacerbating' the spread, making it ‘increasingly difficult to...

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