DA lifts poultry ban on 6 countries

The Philippines' Department of Agriculture (DA), led by Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., has lifted the ban on poultry imports from six countries that were previously affected by avian influenza outbreaks.

In several memorandum orders signed by Secretary Laurel, the agency reversed the import restrictions, allowing the entry of live birds for various purposes, including for pets and zoos. The affected countries include Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and three others, though the complete list was not detailed in the excerpt.

This move is expected to bolster trade and provide more options for the local poultry industry. However, the DA has assured that strict biosecurity measures will be enforced to prevent any potential resurgence of avian flu in the country.

For the full list of countries and specific conditions, please read the original article at TrendRod.