A highly contagious poultry disease, Newcastle disease, has been confirmed in a large poultry farm in the Erding district, leading to the culling of around 39,500 birds.
In the Erding district of Germany, a significant outbreak of Newcastle disease, also known as atypical avian pest, has been reported at a major poultry farm. The local authorities have stated that approximately 39,500 birds will need to be culled in response to this outbreak. On the previous Tuesday, the veterinary office suspended operations at the farm and implemented protective measures to prevent the further spread of the disease.
The local authorities have confirmed that one of the barns has received official verification of Newcastle disease following examinations by the Friedrich-Löffler-Institut. This confirmation indicates that the entire poultry population at the facility must be euthanized to control the outbreak. The situation has escalated rapidly, necessitating immediate action from health officials.
As culling operations commence, the local authorities are taking all necessary precautions to ensure the containment of the disease and protect surrounding areas. Poultry farmers in the region will likely face increased scrutiny and regulations as the outbreak unfolds, highlighting ongoing challenges in disease management within the agricultural sector.
