Poultry industry as 'prepared as they can be' to combat new strain
The New Zealand poultry industry is implementing new biosecurity measures to prepare for potential bird flu outbreaks. Legislation now requires owners of more than 100 birds to maintain formal prevention and response plans.
Why it matters
Proactive biosecurity measures are critical for preventing the spread of zoonotic diseases that could impact both food security and public health.
The poultry industry believes it's as prepared as it can be for bird flu.
Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard has announced legislation requiring anyone with more than 100 birds to have a bird flu prevention and response plan.
Mainland Poultry chief executive John McKay told Mike Hosking the industry and farmers have been working closely with MPI, and learnt from countries that have already dealt with the virus.
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