Bird flu warning: mandatory stables imposed in Dahme-Spreewald!

Bird flu warning: mandatory stables imposed in Dahme-Spreewald!

The development of bird flu in Germany is currently causing a lot of excitement among poultry farmers and veterinary authorities. As Moz.de reports, measures have been taken in the Märkisch-Oderland and Dahme-Spreewald districts to stop the spread of this dangerous virus. While so far only isolated cases have been identified in Oder-Spree, the situation in the Dahme-Spreewald district is forcing drastic measures, as poultry will be required to be kept in stables from Wednesday. This measure is intended to protect both wild birds and domestic poultry from infection.

Terrible results: Tens of thousands of animals have had to be killed so far to contain the disease. And this is not an isolated case, because over 200,000 chickens, geese, ducks and turkeys were killed nationwide due to bird flu, as also reported by Tagesschau.de. Georg Heitlinger from the Baden-Württemberg State Association of the Poultry Industry emphasizes that it is urgently necessary to prevent further spread in order to protect the animals. The situation is considered by many to be extremely worrying, with particular attention being given to the risk of shortages of eggs and poultry meat.

Urgent call for caution

Another appeal was made to poultry farmers in the region. The veterinary office warns that biosecurity measures should be checked immediately and suspected cases of illness or death should be reported carefully. Official veterinarian Petra Senger also emphasizes that preparations have already been made for a possible general decree on stables. Related information for poultry farmers includes, among other things, access to stables only with protective clothing, securing the stables against unauthorized access and avoiding any contact between domestic poultry and wild birds.

This year, cases of infection were registered in 50 poultry farms across Germany, including 26 in October alone. The situation is underlined by reported statements from ZDG President Hans-Peter Goldnick, who is asking for a debate about vaccination strategies and adjustments to animal disease law. The goal remains clear: effective containment of the epidemic and a better future for poultry farmers.

Financial support for affected companies

The effects of bird flu are not only dramatic in terms of health, but also economically. In order to support animal owners during this difficult time, Federal Agriculture Minister Alois Rainer has announced an increase in compensation payments. In the future, up to 110 euros per animal will be paid, which represents a significant increase compared to the previous upper limit of 50 euros. This measure, which is welcomed by Poultry News, aims to significantly minimize the economic risks for poultry farmers and thus secure their businesses.

Overall, the situation in Germany is depressing. The increase in compensation and the introduction of nationwide stable requirements are an attempt to create a controlled and safe environment for poultry farming. Picking up carcasses of birds puts not only a physical but also a psychological strain on veterinary workers while policymakers continue to work on solutions.