French Poulty Losing Millions in Bird Flu
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French Poultry Industry Losing Millions to Bird Flu
Summary
The French poultry sector is facing significant financial losses of 40 million euros monthly due to global concerns over the bird flu virus. Many countries have halted imports from Europe’s largest poultry producer, leading to a 30% decline in sales.Article
France's poultry industry is grappling with monthly losses of 40 million euros as global fears over bird flu take their toll. The outbreak of the H5N1 virus at a turkey farm in eastern France has prompted over 40 countries to restrict imports, causing French poultry sales to plummet by 30%.The virus has been detected in approximately 30 cases in the affected region. Consequently, a surplus of 20,000 tons of poultry, equal to two weeks of production for a slaughterhouse, is now flooding the domestic market. The Poultry Producers Federation reports that this surplus, coupled with reduced consumption, has already damaged the industry. Sales, which were down by 20% at the start of the New Year, have now dropped by nearly 35%.
Canada, among the countries imposing restrictions, tested eight local farms that previously received French poultry. According to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, all tests returned negative. To ensure safety, poultry farms in Quebec are under a mandatory 30-day quarantine after importing 20,000 birds from France.
The H5N1 strain of avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, spreads easily among birds. Human infections are linked to direct contact with infected birds. The virus proliferates through the migration of birds like ducks and swans and domestic poultry, integral to trade. Chickens often transmit bird flu to humans, while waterfowl spread the virus to other birds during migration. Infected birds release the virus through bodily fluids, mucous, and feces.
Given that migratory birds carry the virus, its global spread is facilitated. While Southeast Asia has frequently reported outbreaks, countries like France are not immune to the threat.
The French poultry industry continues to face challenges as it navigates the impact of international trade restrictions and seeks solutions to mitigate these substantial economic losses.
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