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Classical swine fever: the global situation.

S Edwards1, A Fukusho, P C Lefèvre

  • 1Veterinary Laboratories Agency, Weybridge, New Haw, Addlestone, UK. s.edwards@vla.maff.gsi.gov.uk

Veterinary Microbiology
|April 28, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Classical swine fever remains a significant global threat to pig production, impacting economies and trade despite over a century of control efforts. This review examines its historical and current worldwide effects.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Animal Health
  • Global Food Security

Background:

  • Classical swine fever (CSF) is a highly contagious viral disease affecting domestic and wild pigs.
  • It has been recognized for approximately 170 years, posing a persistent challenge to swine industries worldwide.
  • Control efforts through official interventions commenced in the nineteenth century.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a historical and current perspective on classical swine fever.
  • To analyze the impact of CSF on pig production globally.
  • To understand its economic and trade implications.

Main Methods:

  • Data compilation from diverse sources including the Office International des Epizooties (OIE), government reports, and published literature.

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  • Inclusion of local information gathered through personal contacts.
  • Synthesis of historical and contemporary data for a comprehensive overview.

    • Main Results:

    • Classical swine fever has been endemic for about 170 years.
    • Despite extensive control measures initiated in the 19th century, CSF persists as a significant issue in many regions.
    • The disease imposes substantial economic burdens on swine production and restricts international trade due to necessary containment measures.

    Conclusions:

    • Classical swine fever continues to be a major global animal health concern.
    • Effective long-term control strategies are crucial to mitigate economic losses and trade disruptions.
    • Ongoing surveillance and international cooperation are essential for managing CSF spread.