A luminous traffic sign warns (in Catalan) about the outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) in the surroundings of Cerdanyola del Valles, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, 03 December 2025. With at least nine wild boars already confirmed dead from the infection, the UME aims to prevent the highly resistant pathogen from leaving the perimeter and spreading to other areas, such as pig farms. EPA/ENRIC FONTCUBERTA 
The ban excludes retort products, the department said in a statement.
The virus was first detected late last month in wild boars in an area near Barcelona, and more cases have since been found.
The department said Spanish pork products may still be considered for import if the consignments are accompanied by a veterinary health certificate issued by Spanish authorities on or before November 28 saying the date of slaughter was before November 14 and the date of processing was before November 28.
(Reporting by Ashley Tang; Editing by John Mair)