Kiambu defends piglet programme as swine fever kills 1,470 pigs
The county, in a statement, said the disease was a national animal health challenge and was not unique to Kiambu, as it sought to distance Governor Kimani Wamatangi’s piglet programme from the outbreak...
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The Kiambu County Government is defending its piglet distribution program against accusations that it contributed to an African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreak that has killed 1,470 pigs on over 20 farms since mid-May.
- ASF has resulted in significant losses for farmers, with some experiencing 100% mortality rates.
- The county asserts that piglets distributed through its program are sourced from the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO), a national research institution, and denies any link to the outbreak.
- The disease is a national challenge, with significant outbreaks also reported in Tharaka-Nithi, Busia, and other counties, underscoring the need for biosecurity measures and farmer support.
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