What you need to know about bird flu

Following a number of confirmed cases of avian influenza, poultry keepers are being urged to stay vigilant for signs of the disease and adhere to the latest control measures

Katie Jones
Editor, Farmers Guardian and Dairy Farmer
clock • 5 min read
What you need to know about bird flu

What is avian influenza? Avian influenza, also known as bird flu, is an infectious disease that affects birds, caused by the influenza A virus. All birds are susceptible to avian influenza and the virus...

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