Ministry warns of Bird Flu outbreak
15 Apr 2021
The import of domesticated and wild birds, their products (meat, eggs and feathers) from South Africa has been suspended.
This, according to a media release from the Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security, follows an outbreak of highly pathogenic Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) in South Africa.
The media release says all veterinary import permits issued in respect of the listed items are cancelled with immediate effect.
It says the public is therefore, requested to be vigilant and report any deaths of domestic poultry and wild birds to the nearest veterinary office.
“Members of the public will be updated of the developing situation overtime,” it concludes. Ends
Source : BOPA
Author : BOPA
Location : Gaborone
Event : Press release
Date : 15 Apr 2021
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