ASF in Finland 2026

African swine fever cases in Finland

The first finding of the virus causing African swine fever (ASF) was made in Finland on 30 July 2026. The genome of the virus was detected by PCR testing in wild boars found dead and delivered to the Finnish Food Authority. The dead boars had been sent for examination from Virolahti. The result will be verified in the EU’s reference laboratory for ASF.

To prevent the spread of the disease, an infected zone was established in the area on 30 July 2026. The decision establishing the infected zone was refined by a decision issued on 31 July 2026, and a core area was established within the infected zone, where stricter restrictions apply than in the rest of the zone.

More information on cases of African swine fever, current restrictions and guidelines on the Finnish and Swedish pages

This page will be updated as more information becomes available.

News about African swine fever (ASF)