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As South Africa faces the possibility of another devastating avian flu outbreak, the poultry industry and animal welfare advocates are urging for crucial preventative measures to safeguard both livestock and livelihoods. Will the government heed these warnings before it's too late?
South Africa's poultry industry stands on the brink of crisis as the NSPCA warns of an imminent Avian Influenza outbreak that could devastate both commercial and wild bird populations. With millions of birds at risk and economic losses looming, urgent calls mount for government intervention and practical vaccination protocols.
NSPCA warns that South Africa is on the brink of an Avian Influenza crisis, threatening the poultry industry and wild bird populations.
South African poultry industry suffers R1. 8 billion in losses as experts warn of potential human transmission risks from the current avian influenza outbreak. Government faces criticism over vaccination policies while egg prices surge by 19%.