Scots scientists create pigs resistant to infectious diseases

The last outbreak of Classical Swine Fever in the UK lead to the culling of 75,000 pigs.

Scientists at the University of Edinburgh say they’ve created pigs that are resistant to a highly infectious livestock disease.

The last outbreak of Classical Swine Fever in the UK led to the culling of 75,000 pigs.

Researchers hope their breakthrough could help protect against other viruses that threaten farming across the country.

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Last updated Oct 23rd, 2025 at 19:19

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