avian influenza

antibodies against avian influenza have not previously been detected in dairy cattle in Europe. Image created with the help of AI (Reve.art)
26-01 | News

Bird flu antibodies detected at Dutch dairy farm, a first in Europe

A new international research project will focus on addressing the escalating global threat posed by highly pathogenic avian influenza. Photo: Ronald Hissink
23-01 | News

Study aims to address the growing threat posed by avian influenza A viruses

“The long-term interests of our sector – economic, social and ethical – are better served by stronger international coordination on HPAI control, including the responsible use of vaccination, than by an endless cycle of outbreaks, emergency measures and trade disputes,” says Gert Jan Oplaat. Photo: Ton Kastermans
19-01 | Expert opinion

Why the poultry sector needs a global pact to fight avian influenza

Almost half of the infected poultry farms are specialised in turkey meat. Photo: Jan Willem Schouten
12-01 | News

Avian influenza in Italy primarily affects turkey farms

The Russian egg market may experience localised price hikes following the bird outbreak at Volzhanin. Image created with the help of AI (Reve.art)
06-01 | News

Major bird flu outbreak puts Russian egg market in peril

Many biosecurity improvements encompass practical measures, but HPAI control also requires a strong governance model. Photo: Henk Riswick.
06-01 | Article

Using best practices in HPAI control

According to Zurab Uchumbegashvili, head of the Poultry Development Association, the only possible reason the Georgian egg market could plunge into a shortage is if citizens massively succumb to panic buying. Image created with the help of AI (Reve.art)
28-12-2025 | News

Bird flu might leave Georgia without eggs

Migratory birds are largely responsible for the spread of bird flu. Photo: Herbert Wiggerman
18-12-2025 | News

EFSA: HPAI expected to persist in Europe until winter ends

Thijs Kuiken, a Dutch virologist, says that while the housing order in the Netherlands has prevented additional outbreaks, it cannot provide complete protection. Photo: Frank Uijlenbroek
17-12-2025 | Article

Bird flu outbreaks persist despite month-long Dutch housing order

Vaccinating exposed professionals against seasonal flu is recommended and paid for by the French health insurance scheme, Anses says in a statement. Photo: Hans Prinsen
15-12-2025 | News

France advises flu vax for those working with poultry