Return of birdflu as Plateau falls victim

An outbreak of bird flu otherwise known as avian influenza has been confirmed in Plateau State by the Commissioner for Agriculture, Mrs. Linda Barau.

The commissioner informed that efforts are being put in place to contain the spread with local farmers being cautioned to maintain a high sense of bio security.

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Thus far, four farms are reported to have been affected with thousands of birds now isolated.

“It has been reported to us about the outbreak of avian influenza in the state. Already we have identified four farms and all the birds have been quarantined to avoid the spread of the disease.” Barau said.

Continuing she noted that; “We have taken steps to ensure that it did not spread while advising farmers to maintain a high sense of bio security. All veterinary officers have been placed on high alert to avoid the possible spread of the disease to other farms.”

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