Labour shortage slows culling at bird flu-hit Valley farms
Summary
Labour shortages are slowing the culling of infected poultry amid a bird flu outbreak in Kathmandu Valley and Kavrepalanchowk, hindering efforts to contain the highly contagious virus.
Key Points
- Bird flu outbreaks have been confirmed at 58 poultry farms across Kathmandu Valley and Kavrepalanchowk district.
- A shortage of labour and low government pay for culling work is delaying rapid response and containment efforts.
- The H5N1 strain spreading is highly pathogenic, posing significant risks to poultry, humans, and other species.
- Despite ongoing outbreaks and losses, the government has yet to provide compensation to affected poultry farmers.
