Detection of virus in neighbouring countries decreases pork consumption in Laos
VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/ANN) – An African swine fever outbreak in neighbouring countries has created worries among consumers in Laos, leading to a sudden decrease in consumption of pork.
Fear among consumers increased after Lao authorities detected the virus in imported pork, entrails and bones. The government has issued a notice suspending the import of pigs and related products from China and Vietnam, but some people have decided to stop eating pork until the outbreak in Vietnam is controlled.
Souksamai Boulom
