Croatia
Ministry Pays for Reports of Dead Wild Boars
The Ministry of Agriculture urges citizens not to overlook wild boar carcasses, as every report helps combat African swine fever and can bring financial rewards.
Croatia
Around 600 pigs culled due to African swine fever
Emergency operation underway in the municipalities of Crnac, Zdenci, Draž, and Đurđenovac to remove all remaining pigs from smaller farms. Minister Vlajčić says the goal is to prevent further spread of the virus and protect pig farming.
AI
AI Created Fully Functional Viruses, Experts Warn
Stanford researchers used generative artificial intelligence to design 16 new bacteriophages, raising questions about the potential for misuse to create dangerous pathogens.
AI
AI Designs Entirely New Viruses for the First Time
Generative artificial intelligence has successfully created 16 functional viruses that attack bacteria. The breakthrough opens the door to new therapies, but also raises urgent biosecurity questions.
Croatia
Government Introduces Strict Measures: Removal of Pigs in Two Counties by August 12
Minister Vlajčić states this is the last chance for farmers to align with biosecurity requirements and protect their farms from African swine fever.
Crime
African Swine Fever Spreads: Pigs in Risk Zones Must Be Removed by August 12
Croatia
Three New Outbreaks of African Swine Fever, 127 Farms Infected in Total
Croatia
Human Failures Spread Swine Fever, Vlajčić Announces Stricter Controls and Culling
Local
Osijek Crisis Headquarters Agrees on New Steps in Fight Against Swine Fever
Croatia
African Swine Fever Threatens Slavonia: Police Intensify Field Surveillance
The spread of African swine fever has prompted increased controls in the Slavonia region. The disease, which does not threaten humans but devastates pig farming, remains one of the biggest threats to Croatian agriculture.