Gangwon-do, Full Efforts to Block Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in Winter

Biosecurity Training for Poultry Farms... Biosecurity Status Inspection
Focused Management Including Control and Disinfection of Livestock Vehicles at Migratory Bird Habitats

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[Asia Economy Reporter Ra Young-cheol] Gangwon Province is stepping up measures to block 'highly pathogenic avian influenza' by strengthening quarantine at poultry farms before October, the arrival period of winter migratory birds.

According to the province on the 14th, there were 67 cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in wild birds nationwide last year and this year, of which Gangwon Province accounted for 26 cases, representing 39% of the total nationwide.

The province will conduct group training to strengthen quarantine capabilities for all poultry specialized farms (205 farms) within the province by the 16th, and livestock quarantine officers (8 people) will educate poultry farms on quarantine rules and farm disinfection methods at the city and county levels.

From the 15th until February next year, roads near 11 migratory bird habitats in the province will be designated as 'restricted access zones' for poultry farm workers and livestock vehicles, and access will be limited. The restricted access zones cover 16 points in 11 areas across 7 cities and counties within the province.

Animal Quarantine Division Chief Ahn Jae-wan said, "With the increasing trend of overseas outbreaks this year, voluntary quarantine activities by poultry farms are more important than ever," and urged, "Please thoroughly implement blocking quarantine measures such as farm disinfection and prohibition of visits to migratory bird habitats."

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