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Pingtung poultry farm culled over 110,000 quails in 114 years after bird flu outbreak
The Central News Agency
Friday, October 17, 2025, 3:36 AM
Pingtung County , Pingtung County , 17th (CNA reporter Huang Yujing ) – A quail farm in Yanpu Township, Pingtung County, was confirmed on the 15th to be infected with the highly pathogenic H5N1 subtype of avian influenza virus, marking the first case in Pingtung County this year. The Animal and Plant Protection Agency (AFP) culled over 110,000 quails and initiated surveillance sampling and visits to neighboring poultry farms.
The Pingtung County Animal Quarantine Station issued a press release today stating that on the 13th, the station received a report from a quail farm in Yanpu Township that there were abnormal deaths of quails. The station immediately activated the epidemic prevention mechanism in accordance with standard operating procedures, sent personnel to the farm to conduct movement control, spray and disinfect the farm and surrounding areas, and collected samples for inspection by the Ministry of Agriculture's Veterinary Research Institute.
The Animal and Poultry Disease Prevention and Control Center pointed out that the institute confirmed on the 15th that the quails were infected with the H5N1 subtype highly pathogenic avian influenza virus. The next day, the institute went to the farm to carry out the killing operation, and killed 118,986 quails on site, including 3,550 breeding birds, 73,436 laying quails, and 42,000 non-laying quails. It also supervised the business operators again to complete the cleaning and disinfection of the farm, and conducted retrospective tracking of related farms to reduce the risk of epidemic transmission.
The Animal and Plant Health Center stated that this is the first case in Pingtung County this year. The center has simultaneously launched monitoring and sampling work at poultry farms within a radius of 1 km from the farm, and conducted visits and guidance at poultry farms within a radius of 3 km to check whether there are any suspicious cases in the poultry farms under its jurisdiction, in order to confirm the health status of poultry in the surrounding farms and whether there is any virus activity. The center will continue to strengthen the disinfection of the environment around poultry farms in high-risk poultry townships to control the spread of the epidemic.
Pingtung County Government Agriculture Director Zheng Yongyu stated that the avian influenza season is high from October to March each year. Poultry farmers are reminded to implement various biosafety measures, thoroughly disinfect personnel, vehicles, transportation vehicles, and other equipment entering and leaving the farm, maintain bird-proof fences, and monitor the health of poultry daily. If any unusual symptoms are observed, such as depression, loss of appetite, decreased egg production, or unusual mortality, they should be reported to the Animal Health Inspection Station immediately to facilitate control and prevent the spread of the epidemic. (Editor: Xie Yazhu) 1141017
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Two chicken farms in Chiayi reported outbreaks of H5N1 avian influenza; the Agency for Animal and Plant Health Inspection and Quarantine (AAP) confirmed that over 60,000 chickens have been culled.
Published: 2026/01/13 21:53 Updated: 2026/01/13 21:53
Two chicken farms in Chiayi reported outbreaks of H5N1 avian influenza; the AAP confirmed that over 60,000 chickens have been culled.
The AAP announced today (January 13th) that the Veterinary Research Institute has notified that a white-broiler chicken farm in Minxiong Township, Chiayi County, and an egg-laying chicken farm in Puzi City (both of which proactively reported the outbreaks) have been diagnosed with highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza.
Following standard operating procedures, the Chiayi County Livestock Disease Control Center carried out the culling and destruction of 22,374 broiler breeder chickens (24 weeks old) and 43,302 laying hens (28-43 weeks old), and supervised the operators to complete the cleaning and disinfection of the farms. Since September 2025, there have been 7 confirmed and culled cases of avian influenza in poultry farms (6 in landfowl and 1 in ducks).
The Agency for Animal and Plant Health Inspection and Quarantine (AAP) stated that the global highly pathogenic avian influenza epidemic remains severe. Since September 2025, 16 cases in poultry farms and 56 cases in wild birds have been reported in Japan, a country upstream of Taiwan's wintering migratory bird flyway, while 34 cases in poultry farms and 24 cases in wild birds have been reported in South Korea. Taiwan is currently in a stable wintering period for migratory birds, with various flocks of wintering migratory bird species mainly concentrated in the Lanyang Plain and the southwestern coastal areas. Highly pathogenic avian influenza has recently been detected in wild ducks, including reef geese, red-necked ducks, and black-faced spoonbills, found along the coasts of Kaohsiung and Tainan. Poultry farmers should continue to strictly prevent contact between migratory birds and farmed poultry to avoid the spread of avian influenza...
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20 Jan '26
Tainan Culls Over 10,000 Hens Following Confirmed H5N1 Avian Influenza Outbreak
Swift Disease Control Measures Implemented at Houbi Egg Farm in Taiwan
In Tainan, Taiwan, the Animal Health Inspection and Protection Office took decisive action on Monday, culling 10,836 laying hens at a farm in Houbi District. This measure followed the confirmation of H5N1 avian influenza at the facility.
The city government reported that the farmer initially alerted authorities to abnormal deaths among the flock on Thursday. This prompted immediate implementation of movement controls, an in-depth outbreak investigation, and the collection of samples for testing. Subsequent analysis by the Ministry of Agriculture’s veterinary laboratory confirmed the presence of H5N1 avian influenza.
Officials confirmed that all affected birds were humanely culled and transported to an incinerator. The entire farm underwent thorough disinfection to prevent any further spread of the virus. Comprehensive disease control measures were put into effect on the same day as the confirmation.
Authorities are now actively sampling six additional poultry farms located within a 1-kilometer radius of the affected site and conducting inspections at 47 more farms situated between 1 to 3 kilometers away. To further mitigate virus levels, patrols have been intensified, environmental cleanups are underway, and disinfection vehicles have been deployed across the area...Comment
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Taichung Reports H5N1 Avian Influenza Outbreak: Over 1700 Chickens Die Between January 10th and 26th
Tsai Shu-yuan
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 8:59 PM
[Reporter Tsai Shu-yuan/Taichung Report] Fengkang Farm in Fengyuan District, Taichung City, which raises approximately 7000 chickens, has reportedly experienced 1700 abnormal deaths. The farm owner concealed the outbreak and failed to report it. City government testing confirmed an H5N1 avian influenza outbreak at the farm. The farm first showed symptoms on January 10th, and mass deaths occurred on January 26th. Over 1700 chickens died between January 10th and 26th. During this period, the farm continued to sell eggs, and delivery trucks were seen entering the farm. The city government stated that it has launched an epidemiological investigation to clarify the transmission chain and prevent the spread of the epidemic.
The Taichung City Animal Protection Office stated that it received a report from the public around 10 PM on the 26th, indicating a suspected large number of abnormal poultry deaths at an egg-laying chicken farm in Fengyuan District. The next day, personnel were dispatched to the site and confirmed the abnormal poultry deaths. Samples were collected from the sick birds for testing, and movement was restricted. The samples were then personally delivered to the veterinary clinic. At 9:23 AM yesterday, the clinic faxed a notification that the samples tested positive for avian influenza virus.
Regarding the discovery of 235 dead chickens discarded at the Houlong estuary drainage ditch in Miaoli County on the 26th, the Miaoli County Government stated yesterday (the 28th) that samples taken from the dead chickens tested positive for H5N1 subtype highly pathogenic avian influenza. The source is suspected to be related to poultry farms in the Taichung area. The city government stated that the Miaoli County Animal Disease Control Center is currently investigating.
The city government stated that a forward command post has been established, and disinfection of the site and poultry farms within a 3-kilometer radius has been completed. All staff, personnel, and vehicles have been placed under control. The leaked eggs will be tracked, removed from shelves, and destroyed. A fine of NT$50,000 to NT$1 million will be imposed in accordance with the law. In addition, the dead chickens were not sent for calcination in accordance with regulations, which will also be punished in accordance with the Livestock Act. The remaining 5,000 chickens at the site were all culled at 8:00 a.m. this morning.Comment
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Food Supply Chain Risks Escalate; Institutionalized Epidemic Prevention and Large-Scale Operations Become Key Indicators- 2026.02.12
This ranch has long emphasized animal welfare and environmentally friendly farming as its core brand values, boasting a large following of long-term subscribers. Following news of related controversies surrounding the outbreak, some consumers expressed shock and disappointment on social media, feeling a disconnect from the brand's long-emphasized high standards of epidemic prevention and management. For families who highly value food safety, such incidents undoubtedly impact trust.
This case has also reignited discussions in the market regarding certification systems and brand image. In recent years, concepts such as "environmentally friendly production" and "small-scale farming" have gained consumer favor, becoming important markers of product differentiation. However, experts point out that various certifications and labels mostly review specific aspects and do not equate to covering all aspects of risk management. Without continuous monitoring and a sound internal management mechanism, a single certificate is insufficient to fully represent overall quality and risk control capabilities.
In fact, many small and medium-sized farms, limited by their capital scale, while committed to animal welfare, lack comprehensive biosecurity systems, including high-standard negative pressure water curtain equipment, strict control of personnel and vehicle movement, animal and feed protection, and disease monitoring and early warning. In the event of a highly pathogenic virus like H5N1, without industrial-grade disease prevention facilities to block wild birds and vectors, the "open animal welfare environment" becomes extremely risky. Therefore, when operators face the pressure of huge losses from culling entire farms, concealing outbreaks becomes the worst option.
Compared to small farmers who may become regulatory blind spots due to insufficient inspection personnel or remote locations, large egg processing plants are the "key targets" of health authorities. Take, for example, Chin Yi Egg Technology, a leading domestic liquid egg supplier to chain restaurants and bakeries across Taiwan. Its inspection standards are almost "military-style management." In addition to frequent unannounced inspections by the health bureau, it has a high-standard internal laboratory to implement daily "self-inspection" of each batch. To maintain its reputation and corporate client orders, Chin Yi has invested hundreds of millions of NT dollars in building a comprehensive biosecurity system, including negative pressure water curtain chicken houses and a fully automated washing and sorting system. While this may lack the sentimental story of a small-scale farmer, the food safety measures implemented with capital investment provide objective "data assurance" and "institutionalized epidemic prevention."
Following the Fengyuan Ranch case, previously reliable group-buying customers and restaurants faced a supply shortage crisis. For B2B businesses with stable daily egg needs, the fragility of the egg supply chain was glaringly obvious. In contrast, Chin Yi's advantage lies in its "remote backup" and "large-scale production capacity." Through its high-standard self-owned ranches and contract farming system distributed across different counties and cities, even if a single region experiences a risk, it can ensure an uninterrupted supply chain through coordination. This resilience is difficult for individual small-scale farms to achieve and is the most needed guarantee for chain restaurants under the new normal of the pandemic.
Avian influenza is not a temporary problem, but a long-term challenge in ecological and epidemic management. Whether it's long-term household consumers or B2B procurement with large orders, the mindset must be upgraded. Rather than relying on the conscience of individual businesses, it's better to trust objective "systems" and "hardware specifications." Choosing partners who are willing to invest in building strong epidemic prevention measures and can withstand rigorous supervision from health authorities may be the best way to ensure consumers' peace of mind and the long-term success of the brand.
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A chicken farm in Tainan has been diagnosed with avian influenza; the Animal Protection Office has culled 336 chickens to prevent the spread of the disease
On February 14th, the Animal Protection Office of the Tainan City Government's Agriculture Bureau received a report from a laying hen farmer in Houbi District regarding abnormal deaths of his hens. Personnel were immediately dispatched to the site to control movement and investigate the outbreak, and samples were collected for testing. The birds were confirmed to be H5N1 subtype highly pathogenic avian influenza. The Animal Protection Office immediately followed standard operating procedures, culling 336 laying hens and destroying the eggs on the farm, and conducting thorough disinfection to prevent the spread of the disease.
The Animal Protection Office stated that Tainan City has confirmed and culled two cases of avian influenza on poultry farms so far this year, both involving land-based poultry. Currently, various avian influenza prevention measures have been actively strengthened. Sampling and monitoring will be conducted at 18 poultry farms within a 1-kilometer radius of the culled farm, and 54 poultry farms within a 1-3 kilometer radius will be visited and disinfectant will be distributed
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The Animal Protection Office is actively implementing various avian influenza prevention and control measures. It also urges all poultry farmers in the city to cooperate with and implement biosecurity measures. If any poultry on the farm show symptoms such as lethargy, loss of appetite, decreased egg production, or abnormal deaths, they should immediately report to the Animal Protection Office (06-6323039 ext. 1100). Do not conceal any outbreaks to prevent the spread of the disease. Those who fail to report as required will be subject to a fine of NT$50,000 to NT$1,000,000 for culling animals in accordance with the "Animal Infectious Disease Prevention and Control Act".
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Bird Flu Feared Spreading in Yunlin! New Site Located Less Than 1 km from Confirmed Outbreak Farm; Concealment Could Incur Fines Up to NT$1 Million
Earlier this month, an outbreak of the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza subtype was reported in Shuilin Township, Yunlin County, resulting in the culling of approximately 24,000 chickens. One poultry farm operator is suspected of failing to report the outbreak. On the 16th, another outbreak was reported at a goose farm in Shuilin Township, leading to the culling of approximately 883 geese. Notably, this site is located less than one kilometer from the previously confirmed farm where the outbreak was allegedly concealed. The county government has issued a reminder that the avian influenza virus spreads rapidly; therefore, operators must report outbreaks in a timely manner and strictly implement various biosecurity measures both inside and outside their facilities.
On the 2nd of this month, the Yunlin County Animal and Plant Disease Control Center received a report from a free-range chicken farm in Shuilin Township regarding abnormal conditions among their flock. Subsequent investigation confirmed the presence of the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza subtype. On the 3rd, a nearby free-range chicken farm was flagged by a slaughterhouse due to abnormal conditions in its chickens; this case was also confirmed as avian influenza. However, the operator of this second farm is suspected of concealing the outbreak and failing to report it. An investigation into this matter is currently underway; if the allegations are substantiated, the operator could face a fine of up to NT$1 million.
Liao Pei-chih, Director of the Disease Control Center, stated that on the 16th, the goose farm in Shuilin Township was officially confirmed by the Veterinary Research Institute under the Ministry of Agriculture to be infected with the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza subtype. Upon receiving the test results, the Center immediately initiated disease control measures in accordance with standard operating procedures. They completed the culling of the poultry at the site, followed by thorough cleaning and disinfection of the premises, resulting in the disposal of approximately 883 geese.
Director Liao added that the recently confirmed goose farm is located within a one-kilometer radius of the free-range chicken farm where the outbreak was allegedly concealed. Consequently, the Disease Control Center has intensified disinfection efforts in the surrounding public areas. Given the rapid transmission rate of the avian influenza virus, poultry operators are urged to strictly implement various biosecurity measures both inside and outside their facilities—specifically, ensuring that poultry houses are properly equipped with and maintain bird-proofing structures to prevent contact between wild birds and domestic poultry.
The Disease Control Center further appeals to poultry operators to consistently prioritize environmental cleanliness and conduct regular disinfection within and around their farm premises, while simultaneously maintaining strict control over the entry and exit of personnel and vehicles at their facilities. When conducting daily health checks on poultry, should any abnormalities be observed—such as unexplained deaths, a decline in feed intake, a sudden drop in egg production, or signs of lethargy—the relevant disease prevention authorities must be notified immediately to facilitate prompt intervention. Under no circumstances should any disease outbreaks be concealed, as doing so constitutes a violation of the law and is subject to penalties.
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Avian Alert! H5N1 Outbreak at Changhua Egg Farm; 60,000 Chickens Culled, Site Cleared and Disinfected
An avian alert has been issued! The Changhua County Animal Disease Control Center (ADCC) recently conducted proactive surveillance and sampling for avian influenza. On March 18, a layer farm in Fangyuan Township was officially confirmed by the Veterinary Research Institute under the Ministry of Agriculture to be infected with the H5N1 subtype of highly pathogenic avian influenza. ADCC personnel completed the culling, site clearance, and disinfection operations at the affected farm on March 23, with a total of 62,314 layer hens culled.
Although recent weather conditions have been stable, sporadic outbreaks continue to be reported at various poultry farms. The ADCC reminds poultry farmers that while daytime temperatures have been high recently, the significant temperature difference between day and night can cause severe stress in poultry, thereby lowering their immune resistance. Poultry farms are urged to prioritize proper thermal management and ventilation. Furthermore, poultry operators must continue to reinforce bird-proofing measures at their farms and strictly enforce access controls for personnel and vehicles to prevent the occurrence and spread of disease outbreaks.
What specific conditions at a poultry farm warrant special attention? The ADCC states that regarding abnormal situations: for birds raised in floor-rearing systems, a cause for concern arises if the daily mortality rate exceeds or equals 0.4% for two consecutive days (meaning that out of every 1,000 birds, the number of deaths is four or more for two consecutive days). For birds raised in cage systems and for broiler chicken farms, concern arises if the daily mortality rate exceeds or equals 0.2% for two consecutive days (meaning that out of every 1,000 birds, the number of deaths is two or more for two consecutive days).
Additionally, poultry owners must remain vigilant regarding other suspicious signs—such as a decline of more than 5% in water intake, feed consumption, or egg production rates—or if birds exhibit symptoms such as facial swelling, bleeding from the eyes or nostrils, drooping wings, congestion in the shanks (red legs), twisted necks, or unexplained mass mortality. Owners must immediately and proactively report such cases to their local township or city office, or directly to the ADCC, to facilitate the timely detection and elimination of pathogens. Failure to report such incidents may result in a fine ranging from NT$50,000 to NT$1,000,000, in accordance with the *Statute for Prevention and Control of Infectious Animal Diseases*.
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