Bird flu could generate a loss of R$ 1 billion

According to preliminary government estimates, the crisis could result in the loss of sales of 50,000 to 100,000 tons of chicken meat, with losses exceeding R$ 1 billion, if the disease advances to other states — such as Tocantins, where investigations are ongoing. To contain the virus's spread, sanitary measures such as animal slaughter, egg disposal, and lot tracking have been adopted. The resumption of exports, however, will depend on the effectiveness of these actions and the virus's confinement to the initial area. The government is betting on regionalization of sales, focusing on states not yet affected. The Minister of Agriculture, Carlos Fávaro, stated that if no new cases are registered, Brazil could be declared free of the virus in 28 days, according to international avian flu control protocols. For the poultry sector, the scenario demands attention. "The confirmation of avian flu cases serves as an important warning sign for the sector. Even structured and ...