BABH: The risk of bird flu is increasing

With the onset of October, the country enters a period traditionally associated with an increased risk of the emergence and spread of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), or bird flu, warns the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA). This is due to the autumn migration of wild birds along the main migratory routes passing over the territory of Bulgaria, as well as changes in climatic conditions. Dr. Petya Petkova: There should be no trade restrictions if the bird flu vaccine is applied Strict implementation of biosecurity measures is the most effective way to prevent the disease. These include keeping birds indoors, limiting access for wild birds and rodents, proper storage of feed, cleaning and disinfecting transport vehicles, as well as careful control of the origin and health status of newly purchased birds. Bird flu is a highly contagious viral disease affecting domestic and wild birds and posing a serious challenge to the poultry sector. The disease is characterized by ...