Politics
Vlajčić warns: Illegal meat imports in Dalmatia threaten domestic pig farming
The Minister of Agriculture announced intensified border inspections and controls, stressing that 'quick profits' risk introducing infectious diseases.
Croatia
Vlajčić Warns of Meat Smuggling from Serbia, Demands Rigorous Penalties for Those Responsible
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Agriculture David Vlajčić has strongly condemned the illegal import of pork that threatens domestic production, while Croatia simultaneously battles new outbreaks of African swine fever.
Croatia
Human Failures Spread Swine Fever, Vlajčić Announces Stricter Controls and Culling
Minister Vlajčić warned that African swine fever continues to spread in Croatia primarily due to non-compliance with biosecurity measures, announcing stepped-up veterinary inspections and more intensive culling of wild boar.
Local
Crisis Headquarters in Osijek Agrees on New Package of Measures Against African Swine Fever
After three years of battling the disease, nearly half of pig farming facilities still have non-compliances. The headquarters introduces enhanced inspections, customs controls, and intensified culling of wild boar.