B.C. Avian Flu Crisis: 8.7 Million Bird Deaths Impact Farming

Several reports describe the devastating impact of an H5N1 avian flu outbreak in British Columbia resulting in the death or culling of around 8.7 million birds. The articles note how the crisis has forced some farmers to permanently alter or exit their operations while highlighting the uncertainty about future migratory waves and the virus’s transmission. The detailed coverage focuses specifically on the toll of the outbreak and its long-term economic and operational consequences for the region’s farming community.

theglobeandmail.com / With 8.7-million birds dead, B.C. farmers assess avian flu toll and worry about the future

Farmers are diligent about safety measures, but researchers say it is currently impossible to know exactly how a virus is transmitted to flocks

winnipegfreepress.com / With 8.7m birds dead, B.C. farmers assess avian flu toll, and worry about what’s next

citynews.ca / With 8.7m birds dead, B.C. farmers assess avian flu toll, and worry about what’s next

British Columbia farmers get relief as the worst waves of avian flu ease after three years that led to millions of birds being culled. Now, they and scientists assess the damage while worrying about the potential impact of the next wild bird migration.

thestar.com / With 8.7m birds dead, B.C. farmers assess avian flu toll, and worry about what's next

Some B.C. farmers have moved their operations or have exited the industry altogether due to the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian flu.

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