Bird flu hits 162 poultry farms; Rs507 million paid in compensation
Summary
Bird flu affected 162 poultry farms in Nepal over four months, with Rs507 million paid in compensation, as outbreaks decline but risks remain.
Key Points
- Bird flu outbreaks have affected 162 poultry farms across Nepal over the past four months.
- The government has paid more than Rs507 million in compensation to affected farmers and farms.
- Authorities culled over 835,000 birds along with eggs and poultry feed to control the outbreak.
- Risk factors include proximity to wild bird habitats, poor biosecurity, and vehicle movement on farms.
