Manipur, April 17 -- ASF in Nagaland was confirmed through RTPCR test by the National Institute of High Security Animal Disease, Bhopal from the samples submitted from the districts of Phek and Kiphire.

The Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services, Government of Nagaland, has confirmed outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) in the state.

ASF in Nagaland was confirmed through RTPCR test by the National Institute of High Security Animal Disease, Bhopal from the samples submitted from the districts of Phek and Kiphire, it added.

Hence, the department appealed to the public, pig farmers, pig traders, butchers, village functionaries, ward and colony members to remain cautious and vigilant.

The department also appealed to the p...