SA poultry producers warn of ‘grave’ bird flu risk.

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GUEST – Izaak Breitenbach - SA Poultry Association CEO
We now turn our focus to a critical issue that threatens not just the poultry industry, but food security and the broader economy. South Africa is facing a grave risk from the potential spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, commonly known as Bird Flu. The virus has already swept through Europe, the USA, and Argentina, and industry experts warn that the country is dangerously exposed to another outbreak.

The South African Poultry Association (SAPA) has raised serious concerns, particularly around the lack of compensation for farmers and the challenges in obtaining approval for vaccinations—despite clear evidence that culling alone is not effective.
26 Feb 1PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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