African Swine Fever (ASF) has been detected in pig carcasses removed from the abattoir line. The carcasses were from a consignment of live pigs from Pulau Bulan. SFA has stopped the import of live pigs from Pulau Bulan while investigations at the farm are ongoing.
The pork available in Singapore is safe for consumption, as ASF does not affect humans and is not a food safety concern. Pigs that are not sick and passed SFA’s inspections can be eaten.
Due to the current situation, there will be temporary disruptions to the supply of freshly slaughtered pork from 23 April (Sunday) onwards. SFA is working closely with the abattoir to sanitise the premises and surrounding environment after the slaughter of pigs that are currently at the abattoir has been completed, as well as to maintain the biosecurity measures at the abattoir.
