Kagawa Bird Influenza Agriculture Minister Nogami "Hurry to identify countermeasures and infection routes" November 6, 11:06
Regarding the detection of the avian influenza virus at a poultry farm in Mitoyo City, Kagawa Prefecture, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Nogami expressed his intention to urgently consider future measures and identify the infection route, based on the opinions of experts. ..
Following the detection of highly pathogenic "H5" avian influenza virus in chickens at a poultry farm in Mitoyo City, Kagawa Prefecture on the 5th, Kagawa Prefecture is proceeding with the disposal of approximately 330,000 birds with the Self-Defense Forces. ..
Regarding this, Minister Nogami told reporters after the Cabinet meeting on the 6th, "The country is also working closely with Kagawa Prefecture to provide necessary human and physical support." Also revealed that it is proceeding with measures such as dispatching a research team of experts.
In addition, Minister Nogami said, "We are planning to receive technical advice necessary for epidemic prevention measures and discuss infection routes at a committee of experts based on local information." He expressed his intention to urgently consider countermeasures and identify the infection route.