African swine fever kills over a third of China's pigs

The video discusses a farmer's efforts to protect his herd from African swine fever, a highly contagious disease affecting pigs but not humans. The epidemic has severely impacted China's pig population, leading to soaring pork prices globally. This agricultural crisis could escalate into a political crisis, challenging the credibility of the Chinese Communist Party. The video highlights the broader implications of the epidemic on both the agricultural sector and political stability.

What measures is the farmer in the north of the country taking?

• Planting new crops

• Selling his farm

• Keeping his herd healthy

• Building a new barn

What is African swine fever?

• A disease affecting humans

• A plant disease

• A highly contagious and deadly disease for pigs

• A new type of flu

How has African swine fever affected the pig population in China?

• It has increased the pig population

• It has had no effect

• It has led to the death of over 100 million pigs

• It has improved pig health

What economic impact has the swine fever epidemic had?

• Decreased pork prices

• Increased pork prices

• No change in pork prices

• Stabilized pork prices

What potential political impact could the swine fever crisis have?

• It could lead to a political crisis

• It could have no political impact

• It could strengthen the Chinese Communist Party

• It could improve international relations