Mizoram bans import of pigs from Myanmar

Aizawl, July 18 (PTI) Mizoram government issued an order banning import of pigs from neighbouring Myanmar as a swine disease known as Procine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) was found in that country, state Animal Husbandry and Veterinary (AHV) department officials said here today. Padam Chhetri, Disease Investigation Officer of the AHV department told PTI that though no specific information was received from the Centre, the prevalence of PRRS was known.

"Manipur has already banned import of pigs from Myanmar," Chhetri said, adding that the PRRS caused respiratory problems in the infected animals, especially pregnant swines and might result in eventual death. The order would initially be for two months.