This is a Commission Implementing Regulation amending Annex I to Regulation (EU) 2023/594 regarding special control measures for African swine fever (ASF). The regulation updates the restricted zones I, II and III in various EU member states where special disease control measures need to be applied due to ASF outbreaks. The main changes include: – New outbreaks of ASF in kept porcine animals in Italy (Piedmont Region) and in wild porcine animals in Poland (several regions) requiring updates to zoning The regulation’s structure includes:
- Legal basis and recitals explaining the context and reasons for amendments
- Two articles – one amending the zones in Annex I and one on entry into force
- An annex providing detailed lists of restricted zones I, II and III in affected member states
Key provisions:
- Establishes new restricted zones of sufficient size around outbreak areas
- Updates zoning based on epidemiological situation, risk levels, and scientific criteria
- Provides detailed geographic descriptions of restricted zones at municipal/regional level
- Takes into account international standards and justifications from competent authorities
