Tag: Poultry
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North Otago Ducks Under Surveillance Testing to Confirm Bird Flu-Free NZ
Overview: North Otago ducks become a frontline in disease monitoring Scientists in New Zealand have turned their attention to mallard ducks in North Otago as part of a focused surveillance effort to determine whether the country remains free from bird flu after a notable outbreak near Moeraki at the end of 2024. The initiative, led…
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North Otago ducks help frontline against bird flu through surveillance testing
Overview of the surveillance effort In the wake of a bird flu outbreak tied to a Moeraki poultry farm at the end of 2024, New Zealand is ramping up surveillance to safeguard its borders against the virus. Scientists and authorities have turned to a practical line of defense: field testing involving mallard ducks in North…
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Bird Flu and Pets: Essential Safety Steps for Owners
Understanding the risk: bird flu and pets Bird flu, or avian influenza, has been spreading across parts of North America and Europe. While the primary concern is wild and domestic poultry, pets—especially dogs and cats—can be affected through close contact or exposure to infected birds. This guide helps pet owners understand the risk, recognize early…
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Bird Flu and Pets: What You Need to Know
Understanding the Risk: Should I worry about bird flu with pets? Bird flu, or avian influenza, has been spreading across parts of North America and Europe. While headlines often focus on poultry culling and farm outbreaks, pet owners naturally wonder how this virus might affect dogs, cats, and other companion animals. The good news is…
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Bird flu and pets: What you need to know
Understanding Bird Flu and Its Reach Bird flu, or avian influenza, has moved beyond farms and wild birds to households across North America and Europe. While the virus primarily affects birds, certain strains can spill over to mammals, including cats and dogs, though such cases are relatively rare. For most pet owners, the key concern…
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Smallholders at the Centre: Why innovation and diversification are pivotal for Africa’s food future
Introduction: The central role of smallholders in Africa’s food future Across Africa, smallholder farmers form the backbone of food production, driving household nutrition and regional economies. As demand for affordable, protein-rich foods grows, these farmers—often women and young people—are increasingly at the forefront of change. Their potential hinges on two interlinked strategies: embracing innovation and…
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Smallholders at the Centre: Innovation and Diversification for Africa’s Food Future
Smallholders at the Centre of Africa’s Food Future Africa’s journey toward a resilient food system hinges on one resilient group: smallholder farmers. Across the continent, these farmers—often women and youth—are the backbone of staple foods and the vanguard of effort to deliver affordable, nutritious protein to rapidly growing populations. In particular, the poultry sector is…
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No bird flu outbreaks in Ireland in 2026 so far, vigilance urged
No outbreaks reported in 2026 so far, but vigilance remains essential There have been no detected outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in Ireland in 2026 to date, according to the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine’s (DAFM) National Disease Control Centre (NDCC). While this is welcome news for poultry farmers, pet bird…
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Ireland Sees No Bird Flu Outbreaks in 2026 So Far, Vigilance Remains Essential
No HPAI Outbreaks in Ireland in 2026 to Date As 2026 progresses, Ireland has recorded no outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) within its borders, a fact confirmed by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine’s (DAFM) National Disease Control Centre (NDCC). This calm period is welcome news for farmers, poultry producers, and…
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Ghana’s National Chicken Festival Shines a Spotlight on Local Poultry
National Chicken Festival Highlights Ghana’s Growing Poultry Scene The National Chicken Festival has kicked off on Osu Oxford Street, turning Ghana’s capital into a lively hub of poultry innovation and community engagement. The event, organized to celebrate and promote locally grown chicken, brings together farmers, processors, traders, and consumers for a weekend of education, tastings,…