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Avian influenza risk of upsurge and regional spread through increased poultry trade before and during Lunar New Year festivities in Asia

Year of publication 2025

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 4 p.

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Policy brief

To cite or share https://doi.org/10.4060/cd4885en

Synopsis (short abstract) Avian influenza (AI) is a highly contagious disease that affects poultry, wild birds, and mammals and poses risks to animal and human health. The FAO warns of a heightened risk of outbreaks in Asia due to increased poultry trade and travel of people before the Lunar New Year in January 2025. This publication highlights AI trends, emphasizing zoonotic risks and the need for strict biosecurity measures.The report details AI outbreaks, driven by live poultry trade, wild bird migrations, and poor biosecurity. It stresses the importance of surveillance, rapid response, and enhanced disease prevention to protect livelihoods and public health.FAO urges immediate action, including border controls, improved biosecurity, and increased surveillance of domestic and wild birds. Collaboration between governments, industry, and international organizations is key to mitigating AI risks.

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FAO. 2025. Avian influenza risk of upsurge and regional spread through increased poultry trade before and during Lunar New Year festivities in Asia. Rome.


https://doi.org/10.4060/cd4885en

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