Classical Swine Fever

Classical Swine Fever (CSF) is an infectious, contagious virus that affects pigs. Although it is an important livestock disease and one of the most serious viral diseases of swine, humans are not affected. Its presence in a farm or region can lead to significant losses in pig production and the trade of pigs. Clinical signs of CSF in pigs include high fever, depression, loss of appetite, laboured breathing and diarrhoea. Prevention and control of CSF are based on awareness and robust monitoring programmes, suitable biosecurity measures, vaccination and early detection.