Pig & Poultry Stay vigilant for bird flu, producers warned
oultry producers are being warned to remain vigilant fol- lowing the lifting of height- ened biosecurity measures imposed last winter due to avian fl u. Mandatory enhanced biosecurity requirements – imposed across Great Britain in November 2020 to protect fl ocks from the disease – were lifted on 15 May after the risk of bird fl u in poultry was reduced to ‘low’. Defra, the Scottish Government and
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the Welsh Government have been work- ing with the industry and bird keepers to ensure strict biosecurity measures in and around poultry premises to help keep fl ocks safe.
In a joint statement, Great Brit-
ain’s three chief veterinary offi cers said: “This will be welcome news for bird keepers across the country who have put great effort into keeping their fl ocks safe this winter. “We have taken swift action to con- tain and eliminate this disease, and we urge all bird keepers – whether they have just a few birds or thousands –
to continue to do their bit to maintain strict biosecurity measures on their premises.”
Low risk does not mean no risk, said the statement.
All poultry and bird gatherings are now permitted, provided organisers notify the Animal and Plant Health Agency at least seven days before the event takes place. Organisers and at- tendees must comply with the provi- sions of the new general licence.
Food safety
Public health advice is that any risk to human health is low. Food standards bodies advise that avian infl u poses a very low food safety risk for UK con- sumers, and it does not affect the con- sumption of poultry products – includ- ing eggs. Poultry and captive bird keepers are advised to remain vigilant for any signs of disease in their birds and any wild birds, and seek prompt advice from their vet if they have any con- cerns.
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