Core Points - The African swine fever outbreak in Spain is expanding, with the government confirming that the number of wild boars that died from the disease has increased to 9 [1] - Several countries have suspended imports of Spanish pork products, impacting Spain's position as a major global pork exporter [1] - The outbreak is the first confirmation of the disease in Spain since 1994, with initial cases detected near Barcelona [1] Summary by Category Outbreak Details - The first cases were identified in the outskirts of Barcelona, where two wild boars tested positive, followed by the death of seven more in the same area [1] - The Spanish government is investigating the potential spread of the virus through contaminated food [1] Government Response - The Spanish Minister of Agriculture, Luis Planas, stated that authorities will remain vigilant as the situation is "very dangerous," although no impact on pig farms has been reported yet [1] - A health quarantine zone has been established within a 20-kilometer radius of the outbreak's source, with special inspections being conducted to prevent further spread [1] Economic Impact - Pork products are a cornerstone of Spain's agriculture, with the country being the largest pork producer in the EU, accounting for about one-quarter of the EU's total production [1] - Countries including Japan, Mexico, and Canada have halted imports of various pork products from Spain due to the outbreak [1]