First African Swine Fever Vaccine Approved in Philippines, Boosting Livestock Recovery Hopes
The Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) in the Philippines has approved the commercial sale of the Avac ASF Vaccine, marking the first such approval in the country. This development is seen as a crucial step in combating African Swine Fever (ASF), which has severely impacted the nation's livestock industry since 2019, and is expected to aid in the recovery of farmers.
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