# African swine fever response in Italy

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/african-swine-fever-response-in-italy
> Updated: 2026-08-28T04:31:51.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 3.

Italian regional authorities have implemented various measures to combat the spread of African swine fever (ASF). In late July, the Province of Cuneo increased financial incentives for wild-boar culling, raising compensation for removing adult female boars in high-risk zones. Simultaneously, Tuscany introduced temporary derogations to DOP regulations, allowing producers to slaughter and house pigs outside designated areas for up to 12 months to maintain biosafety compliance without losing certification.

In late August, the Calabria Region formalized its support through a notice titled ‘Structural interventions aimed at preventing the spread of African swine fever’. The regional government is offering grants that cover 70% of eligible expenses for risk mitigation and prevention measures. These funds target individual agricultural entrepreneurs, associations, and cooperatives. 

Eligible interventions include the installation of fences to block wild animals, disinfection systems, vehicle disinfection, insect protection, and the construction or renovation of clothing change and washing stations. Contributions range from a minimum of 10,000 euros up to 150,000 euros for large-scale farms with more than 501 animals. The deadline for applications is October 10, 2026.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-28: Calabria Region announces biosecurity funds for pig farms

The Calabria Region is offering grants covering 70% of costs for pig farms to implement biosecurity measures against African Swine Fever, with maximum contributions up to 150,000 euros.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/calabria-region-announces-biosecurity-funds-for-pig-farms

### 2026-08-26: Italian regions implement new agricultural and health regulations

Italian regional authorities have introduced new measures: Calabria is funding pig farm biosafety to combat African Swine Fever, while Lombardy has enacted new indoor air quality regulations.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-regions-implement-new-agricultural-and-health-regulations

### 2026-07-29: Italian regions increase incentives and exemptions to fight African swine fever

Italian regions Cuneo and Tuscany boost wild‑boar culling incentives and grant temporary DOP exemptions to curb African swine fever.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-regions-increase-incentives-and-exemptions-to-fight-african-swine-fever

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