FAO Position Paper

FAO releases Position Paper on Considerations for competent authorities and livestock industries on use of African swine fever vaccines (Genotype II) to enhance disease control.

Grounded in the latest global evidence and expert consensus, the document:

• Identifies potential benefits, limitations, and risks associated with vaccine deployment;
• Outlines key prerequisites for safe and effective introduction of ASF vaccines;
• Emphasizes the continued importance of biosecurity and prevention, regardless of vaccination strategies;
• Provides policy and preparedness considerations for countries assessing whether and how ASF vaccines may fit into their national ASF control programmes.

This Position Paper offers critical guidance for veterinary authorities and stakeholders across the pig value chain in making informed, evidence‑based decisions while ensuring that any vaccination strategies safeguard animal health, public confidence, within a broader, sustainable ASF national control strategy, tailored to their unique context.

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