Dan Halstrom Discusses ASF in Dominican Republic with Ag Radio Networks

The recent confirmation of African swine fever (ASF) in the Dominican Republic was the first in the Western Hemisphere in 40 years. USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom tells Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network that the ASF findings are very concerning, but the U.S. industry is well-prepared for these situations and extensive safeguards are in place to protect the health of the U.S. swine herd. He notes that the DR is an outstanding market for U.S. pork and he does not expect ASF to slow U.S. exports.

Halstrom emphasized, however, that ASF in the DR definitely heightens the need for the U.S. to reach regionalization protocols with key trading partners. See more on this topic from Brownfield Ag News.