ASF proyects

PROCINORTE’s Commitment to Preventing and Controlling Animal Diseases

PROCINORTE is committed to fighting animal diseases. A notable example of this is its efforts to combat African Swine Fever. Between 2022-2024 PROCINORTE, in collaboration with USDA/ARS, has supported different research projects by international scientists.

Learn more about the 11 funded collaborative projects from Mexico, Brazil, St Kitts & Nevis, Saint Lucia, Trinidad and Tobago, Ecuador, Dominican Republic, and Costa Rica.

Bridging Knowledge Gap in ASF Diagnostics in the Caribbean Region (Grenada)

Collaborators: St. George's University, Grenada, California Animal Health and Food Safety (CAHFS) Lab System (host)

The project enhances ASF diagnostic and research capabilities through training, tool evaluation, and recommendations. Achievements include multiplex PCR evaluation and stakeholder engagement, advancing regional ASF outbreak preparedness and knowledge transfer.