Belgium is officially free of highly pathogenic bird flu

The last outbreak of bird flu at a poultry farm was on December 29. The number of infections in wild birds, both in Belgium and in neighboring countries of Belgium, is also relatively low, reports the Flemish Information Center for Agriculture and Horticulture (Vilt). Measures to prevent outbreaks of bird flu remain in force in Belgium for the time being. Poultry farmers in Belgium are currently obliged to keep the animals indoors or shielded and to feed and water them within or under nets. The Belgian Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FAVV) also strongly advises all hobby keepers of chickens and birds to put a net over the run as a preventive measure, all year round. Poultry farmers and hobby keepers are required to contact their veterinarian immediately if they notice increased mortality or other symptoms of illness. Belgian Agriculture Minister David Clarinval states on Vilt's website that he is happy with the bird flu-free status. He thinks that the national ...