EU Italy Restriction Zones Update – ANMVI 2024

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Calabria Declared Free of African Swine Fever,Tuscany Restriction Zones Revised

The European Commission has removed Calabria from its lists of regions affected by African swine fever (ASF),marking a significant victory in disease control efforts. Together,authorities are adjusting restriction zones in Tuscany following a recent outbreak among feral pigs,signaling an ongoing need for vigilance.

The removal of Calabria,effective October 21,comes after twelve months without reported cases of ASF in both farmed and wild swine populations. “Taking into account the effectiveness of the control measures implemented by Italy, the territory of the Calabria region…is removed from the Union lists,” a senior official stated.This eradication was officially recognized by national and European authorities and formalized through Commission implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2189, issued on October 23, 2025.

Did you know?– ASF is a highly contagious viral disease affecting both domestic and wild pigs,but poses no risk to human health.

Tuscan Outbreak Prompts Zone Adjustments

A new outbreak of ASF in tuscany, recently confirmed in an area already designated as restricted zone I, has prompted a reassessment of containment strategies. The emergence of the disease in feral pigs is considered to elevate the risk to animal health, necessitating stricter measures.

To maintain territorial continuity and address the increased risk, the affected area has been reclassified as restricted zone II by the European Commission. This rezoning also includes revisions to the boundaries of both existing restricted zones I and II.

Pro tip:– Farmers should report any unexplained pig illness or deaths to local veterinary authorities promptly to facilitate rapid diagnosis and control.

Restricted Zones I & II: Detailed Municipalities

The following municipalities are currently included within the revised restriction zones:

Restriction Zone I:

• Province of Lucca: Forte dei Marmi, borgo a mozzano, Camaiore, Barga, Coreglia Antelminelli, Gallicano, Pietrasanta, Seravezza, Bagni di Lucca, Pescaglia, Stazzema, Fabbriche di Vergemoli.
• province of Pistoia: Abetone Cutigliano.

Restriction Zone II:

• Province of Massa Carrara: Zeri, Pontremoli, Mulazzo, Filattiera, Tresana, Bagnone, Villafranca in Lunigiana, Licciana Nardi, Aulla, Podenzana, Fosdinovo, Fivizzano, Comano, Carrara, Casola in Lunigiana, Montignoso, Massa.
• Province of Lucca: Molazzana, Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, Pieve Fosciana, Minucciano, Careggine, San Romano in Garfagnana, Vagli Sotto, castiglione di Garfagnana, camporgiano, Fosciandora, Piazza al Serchio, Villa Collemandina, Sillano Giuncugnano.

Reader question:– What biosecurity measures can hunters take to prevent spreading ASF when handling wild boar carcasses?

These zones are subject to the measures established by the Extraordinary Commissioner of the PSA through Ordinance 5/2025.

The ongoing situation underscores the importance of continued monitoring and rapid response to prevent the spread of this highly contagious disease. The European Commission’s actions demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding animal health an