Hong Kong "Executes" 900 Pigs!

Authorities in Hong Kong have ordered the culling of more than 900 pigs after discovering cases of "African swine fever," which causes mortality among animals at a licensed farm in the New Territories. The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department stated, "Out of 30 pigs examined, 19 were found to be infected with swine fever, and the transportation of pigs from the farm has been immediately suspended." They added that "the culling operation will begin next week." The department also noted in a statement that "staff from the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department have arranged for inspections at the other eight pig farms within a three-kilometer radius of the infected farm, and they will collect samples to check for African swine fever infections." They continued: "Well-cooked pork is safe for consumption. There is no need for public concern."