Italy sends in the troops to hunt wild boar in face of African swine fever threat

The Italian Government has announed it is sending in troops across the country to hunt wild boar in order to protect its pig industry from African swine fever (ASF).  The mission, reportedly spearheaded by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, is aiming to curb Italy’s wild boar population by as much as 80% over the next five … Continue reading Italy sends in the troops to hunt wild boar in face of African swine fever threat