Shortage of Christmas turkeys in England

BPC Chairman Richard Griffiths was heard by MPs about the impact of avian flu on the UK's poultry sector and food supply. Turkey farmer Paul Kelly, among others, spoke. He wondered if he still wanted to produce Christmas turkeys next year, given the risks. This will also apply to other smaller and larger turkey farmers, especially those who produce free-range Christmas turkeys. To do so, vaccination or at least a good compensation scheme is needed. More bird flu outbreaks than usual This year there are more bird flu outbreaks than usual, Griffiths said. There is no longer a normal risk. According to him, a different approach and more measures are needed to secure the food supply. The ...