Tyson CEO sees opportunity from ASF, but warns of 'real risk' it could spread to US

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Although the spread of African swine fever (ASF) in China and other parts of Asia is providing opportunity for US meat producers, there remains a "real risk" the disease could eventually enter the country."There are over 20 different types of ASF virus," added Burke Healey, associate deputy administrator for veterinary services at USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). "It is not an easy virus to find a good vaccine for."But Mr Ibach assured lawmakers the USDA is working diligently with state officials on response and containment strategies for ASF and has adequate resources to combat the concern."If under some unfortunate circumstance the disease does come in, we will be ready," he said.