30 chickens were found dead at a poultry farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture, and as a result of a simple test conducted by Chiba Prefecture, it was found that they were suspected of being infected with avian influenza.
According to Chiba Prefecture, 30 chickens were found dead on the morning of the 2nd at a poultry farm in Asahi City.
For this reason, when the prefecture conducted a simple test, it was confirmed to be positive, and it was found that there was a suspicion that he was infected with bird flu.
If the results of the genetic test, which will be revealed on the 3rd, are confirmed to be highly pathogenic avian influenza, the prefecture will dispose of all the chickens raised at this poultry farm, about 10,000.
In addition, the area within a 3 km radius of the poultry farm should be designated as a "restricted movement area" where the movement of chickens and eggs is prohibited, and the area within a 10 km radius should be designated as a "restricted export area" where shipping outside the area is prohibited. to
In that case, there would be 61 poultry farms and farms in both zones, with just over 3.13 million birds subject to restrictions.
At the prefectural task force meeting, Governor Kumagai said, "In order to minimize the impact on local industries related to poultry farming and livestock farming, further outbreaks must be stopped. Chiba Prefecture's food safety and livestock industry must be prevented. I would like to ask you to take all possible measures to protect it."
Bird flu may surpass all-time high
Bird flu outbreaks have continued at an unusual pace this season.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, the number of confirmed outbreaks at poultry farms by the 1st was 52 in 23 roads and prefectures, along with the 2020-2021 season, which was the most numerous so far. is.
On the 2nd, if genetic testing confirms suspected cases of bird flu at a poultry farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture, it will be the 53rd location, the highest number ever.
In addition, the number of chickens and other animals targeted for disposal this season reached approximately 7.73 million by the first day, and since the period of high probability of outbreaks will continue in the future, 2020 was the highest ever. From 2020 to 2021, there is a growing risk that the number will exceed approximately 9.87 million.