Overview

• The Brandenburg Environmental Ministry announced the lifting of the last ASF core area in Spree-Neiße on March 31, 2025.
• This decision removes long-standing restrictions on agricultural and forestry activities in the region.
• EU-mandated restriction zones remain in place, particularly in districts bordering Poland, where ASF prevalence remains high.
• A recent case of ASF was confirmed in a wild boar in Märkisch-Oderland, underscoring the persistent risk of outbreaks.
• ASF has significant economic impacts, and Brandenburg continues to monitor cross-border risks to prevent further spread.