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Japan: Avian flu in poultry 2024-2026
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Pathfinder
Editor, Senior Moderator
[FONT=メイリオ]Translation Google[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]Genetic analysis of highly pathogenic avian influenza suspected to be a disease affected animal (20th case in Japan) confirmed in Aichi Prefecture and confirmation of the NA subtype[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]A genetic analysis conducted by the Animal Health Research Division on a suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza animal (the 20th case in Japan) in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture, confirmed that it was a highly pathogenic avian influenza animal. In addition, the NA subtype of the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus in question was identified, and it was confirmed to be the H5N1 subtype.[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]1. Overview[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ](1) Regarding the suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza confirmed on a farm in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture (the 20th case in Japan, confirmed as suspected on January 6), genetic analysis conducted by the Animal Health Research Department (note) confirmed a sequence deemed highly pathogenic.
(2) In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries determined that the poultry in question was a highly pathogenic avian influenza infected animal, based on the "Guidelines for the Prevention of Specified Livestock Infectious Diseases Concerning Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza and Low Pathogenic Avian Influenza."
(3) Furthermore, as a result of testing by the Animal Health Research Department, the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus in question was found to be the NA subtype, which was confirmed to be the H5N1 subtype.[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ](Note) National Research and Development Agency, National Agriculture and Food Research Organization, Animal Health Research Division: Japan's only animal health research institute[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]2.Other[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ](1) Under the current circumstances in Japan, we believe that there is no possibility of humans becoming infected with the avian influenza virus through eating chicken meat or eggs.
https://www.fsc.go.jp/sonota/tori/tori_infl_ah7n9.html (External link)
(2) Please cooperate by strictly refraining from reporting on the ground, as this may cause the spread of the disease and violate the privacy of farmers. In particular, please refrain from using helicopters or drones to report on the situation, as this may interfere with quarantine work.
(3) We will continue to strive to provide prompt and accurate information, so we ask for your cooperation in ensuring that producers and other related parties and consumers are not confused by unfounded rumors.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250110_3.html[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]Genetic analysis of highly pathogenic avian influenza suspected to be a disease affected animal (20th case in Japan) confirmed in Aichi Prefecture and confirmation of the NA subtype[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]January 10, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries[/FONT]
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]A genetic analysis conducted by the Animal Health Research Division on a suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza animal (the 20th case in Japan) in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture, confirmed that it was a highly pathogenic avian influenza animal. In addition, the NA subtype of the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus in question was identified, and it was confirmed to be the H5N1 subtype.[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]1. Overview[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ](1) Regarding the suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza confirmed on a farm in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture (the 20th case in Japan, confirmed as suspected on January 6), genetic analysis conducted by the Animal Health Research Department (note) confirmed a sequence deemed highly pathogenic.
(2) In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries determined that the poultry in question was a highly pathogenic avian influenza infected animal, based on the "Guidelines for the Prevention of Specified Livestock Infectious Diseases Concerning Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza and Low Pathogenic Avian Influenza."
(3) Furthermore, as a result of testing by the Animal Health Research Department, the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus in question was found to be the NA subtype, which was confirmed to be the H5N1 subtype.[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ](Note) National Research and Development Agency, National Agriculture and Food Research Organization, Animal Health Research Division: Japan's only animal health research institute[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]2.Other[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ](1) Under the current circumstances in Japan, we believe that there is no possibility of humans becoming infected with the avian influenza virus through eating chicken meat or eggs.
https://www.fsc.go.jp/sonota/tori/tori_infl_ah7n9.html (External link)
(2) Please cooperate by strictly refraining from reporting on the ground, as this may cause the spread of the disease and violate the privacy of farmers. In particular, please refrain from using helicopters or drones to report on the situation, as this may interfere with quarantine work.
(3) We will continue to strive to provide prompt and accurate information, so we ask for your cooperation in ensuring that producers and other related parties and consumers are not confused by unfounded rumors.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250110_3.html[/FONT]
Pathfinder
Editor, Senior Moderator
Translation Google
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Miyazaki Prefecture and holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 11, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Today (Saturday, January 11th), a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Kushima City, Miyazaki Prefecture (the 25th case in Japan this season). In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Kushima City, Miyazaki Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 30,000 chickens (for meat)
2. Background
(1) Yesterday (Friday, January 10), Miyazaki Prefecture received a report from a farm in Kushima City, Miyazaki Prefecture, about an increase in the number of dead chickens, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2)On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry in question, which revealed that
the results were positive.
(3) Today (Saturday, January 11), a genetic test was conducted on the poultry in question, and it was confirmed that the poultry in question was a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250111_1.html
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Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Iwate Prefecture and holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 11, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Today (Saturday, January 11th), a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture (the 26th case in Japan this season). In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 400,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) Yesterday (Friday, January 10), Iwate Prefecture received a report from a farm in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, that the number of dead chickens was increasing, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry in question, and it was found to be positive.
(3) Today (Saturday, January 11), a genetic test was conducted on the poultry in question, and it was confirmed that the poultry in question was a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250111.html
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Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Aichi Prefecture and holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 11, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Today (Saturday, January 11th), a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture (the 27th case in Japan this season). In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 17,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) Today (Saturday, January 11), Aichi Prefecture received a report from a farm in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture, about an increase in the number of dead chickens, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm. (2)
On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that
the results were positive. (3) On the same day (Saturday, January 11), a genetic test was conducted on the poultry, and it was confirmed that the poultry was a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250111_2.html
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Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture and holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 12, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Today (Sunday, January 12), a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 28th case in Japan this season). In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 410,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) Yesterday (Saturday, January 11), Chiba Prefecture received a report from a farm in Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture, about an increase in the number of dead chickens, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2)On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry in question, and it was found to be positive.
(3) Today (Sunday, January 12), a genetic test was conducted on the poultry in question, and it was confirmed that the poultry in question was a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250112.html
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Miyazaki Prefecture and holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 11, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Today (Saturday, January 11th), a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Kushima City, Miyazaki Prefecture (the 25th case in Japan this season). In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Kushima City, Miyazaki Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 30,000 chickens (for meat)
2. Background
(1) Yesterday (Friday, January 10), Miyazaki Prefecture received a report from a farm in Kushima City, Miyazaki Prefecture, about an increase in the number of dead chickens, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2)On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry in question, which revealed that
the results were positive.
(3) Today (Saturday, January 11), a genetic test was conducted on the poultry in question, and it was confirmed that the poultry in question was a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250111_1.html
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Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Iwate Prefecture and holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 11, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Today (Saturday, January 11th), a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture (the 26th case in Japan this season). In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 400,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) Yesterday (Friday, January 10), Iwate Prefecture received a report from a farm in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, that the number of dead chickens was increasing, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry in question, and it was found to be positive.
(3) Today (Saturday, January 11), a genetic test was conducted on the poultry in question, and it was confirmed that the poultry in question was a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250111.html
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Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Aichi Prefecture and holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 11, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Today (Saturday, January 11th), a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture (the 27th case in Japan this season). In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 17,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) Today (Saturday, January 11), Aichi Prefecture received a report from a farm in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture, about an increase in the number of dead chickens, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm. (2)
On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that
the results were positive. (3) On the same day (Saturday, January 11), a genetic test was conducted on the poultry, and it was confirmed that the poultry was a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250111_2.html
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Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture and holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 12, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Today (Sunday, January 12), a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 28th case in Japan this season). In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 410,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) Yesterday (Saturday, January 11), Chiba Prefecture received a report from a farm in Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture, about an increase in the number of dead chickens, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2)On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry in question, and it was found to be positive.
(3) Today (Sunday, January 12), a genetic test was conducted on the poultry in question, and it was confirmed that the poultry in question was a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250112.html
Shiloh
Editor, Senior Moderator
Source: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/01/19/japan/science-health/japan-avian-flu-cases-found/
More avian flu cases found in Japan; 1.44 million birds to be culled
Jan 19, 2025
Nagoya/Chiba –
The Aichi Prefectural Government said Sunday that outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza have been confirmed at three chicken farms and a quail farm in the central prefecture.
Two of the three chicken farms are in the city of Handa and the other in the city of Tokoname. The quail farm is located in the town of Agui.
The prefectural government of Chiba the same day announced avian flu cases at three chicken farms in the cities of Choshi and Asahi.
A total of about 1.44 million birds at the seven farms and related facilities will be destroyed.
The number of avian flu cases confirmed at chicken and other farms in the country this season rose to 39...
More avian flu cases found in Japan; 1.44 million birds to be culled
Jan 19, 2025
Nagoya/Chiba –
The Aichi Prefectural Government said Sunday that outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza have been confirmed at three chicken farms and a quail farm in the central prefecture.
Two of the three chicken farms are in the city of Handa and the other in the city of Tokoname. The quail farm is located in the town of Agui.
The prefectural government of Chiba the same day announced avian flu cases at three chicken farms in the cities of Choshi and Asahi.
A total of about 1.44 million birds at the seven farms and related facilities will be destroyed.
The number of avian flu cases confirmed at chicken and other farms in the country this season rose to 39...
Pathfinder
Editor, Senior Moderator
Translation Google
Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture and convening of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 15, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Today (Wednesday, January 15th), a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 29th case in Japan this season). In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 420,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) Yesterday (Tuesday, January 14), Chiba Prefecture received a report from a farm in Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry in question, which revealed that
the results were positive. (3) Today (Wednesday, January 15), a genetic test was conducted on the poultry in question, and it was confirmed that the poultry in question was a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250115.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Aichi Prefecture and holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 16, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Thursday, January 16th, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture (the 30th case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 91,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Thursday, January 16, Aichi Prefecture conducted an on-site inspection of a farm in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture, after receiving a report of an increase in the number of dead chickens.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that the results were positive.
(3) On the same day, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry, which confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250116_1.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture and holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 16, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Thursday, January 16th, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 31st case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 38,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Thursday, January 16, Chiba Prefecture received a report from a farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that
the results were positive.
(3) On the same day, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry, and it was confirmed that the poultry was a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250116_2.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture and holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 18, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Saturday, January 18, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 32nd case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 480,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Friday, January 17, Chiba Prefecture received a report from a farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that the results were positive.
(3) On Saturday, January 18, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry, which confirmed that the poultry was a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250118.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Aichi Prefecture (33rd to 36th cases in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 19, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Sunday, January 19th, suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, were confirmed in poultry farms in Handa City, Tokoname City, and Agui Town, Aichi Prefecture (the 33rd to 36th cases in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
<33rd case>
Location: Handa City, Aichi Prefecture,
Rearing status: Approximately 127,000 birds (layers)
<34th case>
Location: Handa City, Aichi Prefecture,
Rearing status: Approximately 206,000 birds (layers)
<35th case>
Location: Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture,
Rearing status: Approximately 59,000 birds (layers)
<36th case>
Location: Agui Town, Aichi Prefecture,
Rearing status: Approximately 251,000 birds (quails)
2. Background
(1) On Saturday, January 18, Aichi Prefecture received reports from two farms in Handa City, one farm in Tokoname City, and one farm in Agui Town, and conducted on-site inspections of the farms.
(2) On the same day, simple tests for avian influenza were conducted on the poultry, which revealed that they were positive.
(3) On Sunday, January 19, genetic tests were conducted on the poultry at the four farms, and the results confirmed that they were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250119.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture (37th to 39th cases in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 19, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Sunday, January 19th, suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, were confirmed at poultry farms in Choshi City and Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 37th to 39th cases in Japan this season). In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
<37th case>
Location: Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture
Rearing situation: Approximately 280,000 chickens (layers)
<38th case>
Location: Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture
Rearing situation: Approximately 360,000 chickens (layers)
<39th case>
Location: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture
Rearing situation: Approximately 17,000 chickens (layers)
Related farm: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture (2 farms, total of approximately 139,000 chickens)
2. Background
(1) On Saturday, January 18, Chiba Prefecture received reports from two farms in Choshi City and one farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture, and conducted on-site inspections of the farms.
(2) On the same day, simple tests for avian influenza were conducted on the poultry, which revealed that they were positive.
(3) On Sunday, January 19, genetic tests were conducted on the poultry at the three farms, and the results confirmed that they were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250119_1.html
Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture and convening of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 15, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Today (Wednesday, January 15th), a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 29th case in Japan this season). In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 420,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) Yesterday (Tuesday, January 14), Chiba Prefecture received a report from a farm in Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry in question, which revealed that
the results were positive. (3) Today (Wednesday, January 15), a genetic test was conducted on the poultry in question, and it was confirmed that the poultry in question was a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250115.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Aichi Prefecture and holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 16, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Thursday, January 16th, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture (the 30th case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 91,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Thursday, January 16, Aichi Prefecture conducted an on-site inspection of a farm in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture, after receiving a report of an increase in the number of dead chickens.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that the results were positive.
(3) On the same day, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry, which confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250116_1.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture and holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 16, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Thursday, January 16th, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 31st case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 38,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Thursday, January 16, Chiba Prefecture received a report from a farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that
the results were positive.
(3) On the same day, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry, and it was confirmed that the poultry was a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250116_2.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture and holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 18, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Saturday, January 18, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 32nd case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 480,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Friday, January 17, Chiba Prefecture received a report from a farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that the results were positive.
(3) On Saturday, January 18, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry, which confirmed that the poultry was a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250118.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Aichi Prefecture (33rd to 36th cases in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 19, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Sunday, January 19th, suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, were confirmed in poultry farms in Handa City, Tokoname City, and Agui Town, Aichi Prefecture (the 33rd to 36th cases in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
<33rd case>
Location: Handa City, Aichi Prefecture,
Rearing status: Approximately 127,000 birds (layers)
<34th case>
Location: Handa City, Aichi Prefecture,
Rearing status: Approximately 206,000 birds (layers)
<35th case>
Location: Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture,
Rearing status: Approximately 59,000 birds (layers)
<36th case>
Location: Agui Town, Aichi Prefecture,
Rearing status: Approximately 251,000 birds (quails)
2. Background
(1) On Saturday, January 18, Aichi Prefecture received reports from two farms in Handa City, one farm in Tokoname City, and one farm in Agui Town, and conducted on-site inspections of the farms.
(2) On the same day, simple tests for avian influenza were conducted on the poultry, which revealed that they were positive.
(3) On Sunday, January 19, genetic tests were conducted on the poultry at the four farms, and the results confirmed that they were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250119.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture (37th to 39th cases in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 19, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Sunday, January 19th, suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, were confirmed at poultry farms in Choshi City and Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 37th to 39th cases in Japan this season). In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
<37th case>
Location: Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture
Rearing situation: Approximately 280,000 chickens (layers)
<38th case>
Location: Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture
Rearing situation: Approximately 360,000 chickens (layers)
<39th case>
Location: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture
Rearing situation: Approximately 17,000 chickens (layers)
Related farm: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture (2 farms, total of approximately 139,000 chickens)
2. Background
(1) On Saturday, January 18, Chiba Prefecture received reports from two farms in Choshi City and one farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture, and conducted on-site inspections of the farms.
(2) On the same day, simple tests for avian influenza were conducted on the poultry, which revealed that they were positive.
(3) On Sunday, January 19, genetic tests were conducted on the poultry at the three farms, and the results confirmed that they were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250119_1.html
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More bird flu cases found in Japan; 1.44 million birds to be culled
Jan 20, 2025
JIJI
NAGOYA/CHIBA – The Aichi Prefectural Government said Sunday that outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza have been confirmed at three chicken farms and a quail farm in the prefecture.
Two of the three chicken farms are in the city of Handa and the other is in the city of Tokoname. The quail farm is located in the town of Agui. The city of Tokoname has already been seeing an outbreak of bird flu cases since the beginning of the year, and roughly 680,000 birds have been culled so far.
The prefectural government of Chiba the same day announced bird flu cases at three chicken farms in the cities of Choshi and Asahi.
A total of about 1.44 million birds at the seven farms and related facilities will be destroyed. ...
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/01/20/japan/science-health/japan-avian-flu-cases-found/
Jan 20, 2025
JIJI
NAGOYA/CHIBA – The Aichi Prefectural Government said Sunday that outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza have been confirmed at three chicken farms and a quail farm in the prefecture.
Two of the three chicken farms are in the city of Handa and the other is in the city of Tokoname. The quail farm is located in the town of Agui. The city of Tokoname has already been seeing an outbreak of bird flu cases since the beginning of the year, and roughly 680,000 birds have been culled so far.
The prefectural government of Chiba the same day announced bird flu cases at three chicken farms in the cities of Choshi and Asahi.
A total of about 1.44 million birds at the seven farms and related facilities will be destroyed. ...
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/01/20/japan/science-health/japan-avian-flu-cases-found/
Shiloh
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Source: https://daijiworld.com/news/newsDisplay?newsID=1264782
Japan's bird flu cases surge in January
Wed, Jan 22 2025 07:04:56 PM
Tokyo, Jan 22 (IANS): Japan is experiencing a surge of avian influenza outbreaks, with approximately five million chickens and other birds culled across five prefectures this month.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries confirmed new outbreaks at two poultry farms in Morioka City this week, prompting the establishment of an on-site response headquarters in Iwate Prefecture.
In total, 26 outbreak sites have been identified this month, with nearly 5 million birds impacted...
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Japan's bird flu cases surge in January
Wed, Jan 22 2025 07:04:56 PM
Tokyo, Jan 22 (IANS): Japan is experiencing a surge of avian influenza outbreaks, with approximately five million chickens and other birds culled across five prefectures this month.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries confirmed new outbreaks at two poultry farms in Morioka City this week, prompting the establishment of an on-site response headquarters in Iwate Prefecture.
In total, 26 outbreak sites have been identified this month, with nearly 5 million birds impacted...
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Aichi Prefecture (40th case in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 21, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Tuesday, January 21, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture (the 40th case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 125,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Monday, January 20, Aichi Prefecture received a report from a farm in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry in question, which revealed that the results were positive. (3) On Tuesday, January 21, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry at the farm, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
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https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250121.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Iwate Prefecture (41st and 42nd cases in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 22, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Wednesday, January 22nd, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture (the 41st and 42nd cases in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
<41st case>
Location: Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture
Rearing situation: Approximately 360,000 chickens (layers)
<42nd case>
Location: Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture
Rearing situation: Approximately 300,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Tuesday, January 21, Iwate Prefecture received a report from two farms in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, and conducted on-site inspections of the farms.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry in question, which revealed that
the results were positive. (3) On Wednesday, January 22, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry at the farms, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250122.html
Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Aichi Prefecture (40th case in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 21, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Tuesday, January 21, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture (the 40th case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 125,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Monday, January 20, Aichi Prefecture received a report from a farm in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry in question, which revealed that the results were positive. (3) On Tuesday, January 21, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry at the farm, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250121.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Iwate Prefecture (41st and 42nd cases in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 22, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Wednesday, January 22nd, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture (the 41st and 42nd cases in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
<41st case>
Location: Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture
Rearing situation: Approximately 360,000 chickens (layers)
<42nd case>
Location: Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture
Rearing situation: Approximately 300,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Tuesday, January 21, Iwate Prefecture received a report from two farms in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, and conducted on-site inspections of the farms.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry in question, which revealed that
the results were positive. (3) On Wednesday, January 22, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry at the farms, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250122.html
Pathfinder
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Spread of bird flu raises concerns over egg prices
Updated 5 hours ago
In Japan, bird flu is spreading among poultry farms, raising concerns within the Ministry of Agriculture in particular, which fears it could contribute to a sharp rise in egg prices.
Nearly 5 million chickens were slaughtered this month on 26 farms in five departments. The price of eggs has increased by about 15% since the beginning of the year.
Data from the Agriculture Ministry shows that the number of chickens slaughtered has surpassed the January 2023 total, already a monthly record.
The bird flu season typically lasts from fall to spring. The fastest spread occurred in 2022, with the current season taking second place.
The Agriculture Ministry decided at a meeting Wednesday to set up a task force in the northern prefecture of Iwate following the latest outbreaks at two farms.
Agriculture Minister Eto Taku said: "There is no indication that the outbreak will stop. The numbers could reach their highest level ever, given the deteriorating situation."
Ministry officials say consumers are likely feeling the impact of the situation, and some industry players attribute the spike in egg prices to a lack of supply.
https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/fr/news/20250123_B02/
Spread of bird flu raises concerns over egg prices
Updated 5 hours ago
In Japan, bird flu is spreading among poultry farms, raising concerns within the Ministry of Agriculture in particular, which fears it could contribute to a sharp rise in egg prices.
Nearly 5 million chickens were slaughtered this month on 26 farms in five departments. The price of eggs has increased by about 15% since the beginning of the year.
Data from the Agriculture Ministry shows that the number of chickens slaughtered has surpassed the January 2023 total, already a monthly record.
The bird flu season typically lasts from fall to spring. The fastest spread occurred in 2022, with the current season taking second place.
The Agriculture Ministry decided at a meeting Wednesday to set up a task force in the northern prefecture of Iwate following the latest outbreaks at two farms.
Agriculture Minister Eto Taku said: "There is no indication that the outbreak will stop. The numbers could reach their highest level ever, given the deteriorating situation."
Ministry officials say consumers are likely feeling the impact of the situation, and some industry players attribute the spike in egg prices to a lack of supply.
https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/fr/news/20250123_B02/
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Avian Flu Spread in Japan Leads to Culling of 5 Million Birds in January
Society Economy Environment Feb 3, 2025
A rapid rise in avian influenza outbreaks in January led to the culling of more than 5 million birds during the month, bringing the total for the season to 8.1 million. Egg prices are slowly rising.
Since the beginning of 2025, avian influenza has been spreading rapidly throughout Japan. The situation has reached a level of serious concern, with 5.4 million chickens and other birds culled in January alone.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries, there have been 43 avian flu outbreaks during this season (FY 2024) as of January 24, second only to FY 2022, which is the highest number ever recorded. However, in terms of the number of birds culled, January 2025 outpaces January 2023, when 4.6 million birds in total were culled.
As of January 22, MAFF had set up local task forces in Chiba, Aichi, and Iwate Prefectures to bolster efforts to counter the spread of infection. Chiba Prefecture had the largest number of egg-laying hens in Japan, at 11.2 million (as of 2024), of which around 2.5 million have been culled (as of January 24)....
Avian Flu Spread in Japan Leads to Culling of 5 Million Birds in January
Society Economy Environment Feb 3, 2025
A rapid rise in avian influenza outbreaks in January led to the culling of more than 5 million birds during the month, bringing the total for the season to 8.1 million. Egg prices are slowly rising.
Since the beginning of 2025, avian influenza has been spreading rapidly throughout Japan. The situation has reached a level of serious concern, with 5.4 million chickens and other birds culled in January alone.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries, there have been 43 avian flu outbreaks during this season (FY 2024) as of January 24, second only to FY 2022, which is the highest number ever recorded. However, in terms of the number of birds culled, January 2025 outpaces January 2023, when 4.6 million birds in total were culled.
As of January 22, MAFF had set up local task forces in Chiba, Aichi, and Iwate Prefectures to bolster efforts to counter the spread of infection. Chiba Prefecture had the largest number of egg-laying hens in Japan, at 11.2 million (as of 2024), of which around 2.5 million have been culled (as of January 24)....
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture (43rd case in Japan) and the holding of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters
January 24, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Friday, January 24th, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 43rd case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 390,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Thursday, January 23, Chiba Prefecture received a report from a farm in Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that
the results were positive.
(3) On Friday, January 24, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry at the farm, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250124.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture (44th to 46th cases in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 28, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Tuesday, January 28, suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, were confirmed at poultry farms in Asahi City, Choshi City, and Sosa City, Chiba Prefecture (44th to 46th cases in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
<44th case>
Location: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture,
Rearing situation: Approximately 80,000 chickens (broiler chickens)
<45th case>
Location: Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture,
Rearing situation: Approximately 240,000 chickens (layer chickens)
<46th case>
Location: Sosa City, Chiba Prefecture,
Rearing situation: Approximately 220,000 chickens (layer chickens)
2. Background
(1) On Monday, January 27, Chiba Prefecture received reports from one farm in Asahi City, one farm in Choshi City, and one farm in Sosa City, and conducted on-site inspections of the farms. (2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that
the results were positive.
(3) On Tuesday, January 28, genetic testing was conducted on the poultry at the farms, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250128.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture (47th case in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 29, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Wednesday, January 29th, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 47th case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 36,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Tuesday, January 28, Chiba Prefecture received a report from a farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which turned out to be positive.
(3) On Wednesday, January 29, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry at the farm, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250129.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Aichi Prefecture (48th case in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 31, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Friday, January 31, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Handa City, Aichi Prefecture (the 48th case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Handa City, Aichi Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 425,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Thursday, January 30, Aichi Prefecture received a report from a farm in Handa City, Aichi Prefecture, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that
the results were positive.
(3) On Friday, January 31, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry at the farm, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250131.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture (49th and 50th cases in Japan) and the holding of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters
January 31, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Friday, January 31, suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, were confirmed in poultry farms in Asahi City and Sosa City, Chiba Prefecture (the 49th and 50th cases in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
<49th case>
Location: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture,
Number of chickens: Approximately 77,000 (meat chickens)
<50th case>
Location: Sosa City, Chiba Prefecture,
Number of chickens: Approximately 81,000 (layer chickens)
2. Background
(1) On Thursday, January 30, Chiba Prefecture received reports from farms in Asahi City and Sosa City, Chiba Prefecture, and conducted on-site inspections of the farms.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that
the results were positive.
(3) On Friday, January 31, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry at the farm, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250131_1.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture (51st case in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
February 1, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Saturday, February 1, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 51st case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 90,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Friday, January 31, Chiba Prefecture received a report from a farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which turned out to be positive.
(3) On Saturday, February 1, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry at the farm, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250201.html
Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture (43rd case in Japan) and the holding of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters
January 24, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Friday, January 24th, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 43rd case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 390,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Thursday, January 23, Chiba Prefecture received a report from a farm in Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that
the results were positive.
(3) On Friday, January 24, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry at the farm, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250124.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture (44th to 46th cases in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 28, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Tuesday, January 28, suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, were confirmed at poultry farms in Asahi City, Choshi City, and Sosa City, Chiba Prefecture (44th to 46th cases in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
<44th case>
Location: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture,
Rearing situation: Approximately 80,000 chickens (broiler chickens)
<45th case>
Location: Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture,
Rearing situation: Approximately 240,000 chickens (layer chickens)
<46th case>
Location: Sosa City, Chiba Prefecture,
Rearing situation: Approximately 220,000 chickens (layer chickens)
2. Background
(1) On Monday, January 27, Chiba Prefecture received reports from one farm in Asahi City, one farm in Choshi City, and one farm in Sosa City, and conducted on-site inspections of the farms. (2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that
the results were positive.
(3) On Tuesday, January 28, genetic testing was conducted on the poultry at the farms, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
...
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/250128.html
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture (47th case in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 29, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Wednesday, January 29th, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 47th case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 36,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Tuesday, January 28, Chiba Prefecture received a report from a farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which turned out to be positive.
(3) On Wednesday, January 29, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry at the farm, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
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Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Aichi Prefecture (48th case in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
January 31, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Friday, January 31, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Handa City, Aichi Prefecture (the 48th case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Handa City, Aichi Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 425,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Thursday, January 30, Aichi Prefecture received a report from a farm in Handa City, Aichi Prefecture, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that
the results were positive.
(3) On Friday, January 31, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry at the farm, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture (49th and 50th cases in Japan) and the holding of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters
January 31, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Friday, January 31, suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, were confirmed in poultry farms in Asahi City and Sosa City, Chiba Prefecture (the 49th and 50th cases in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
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Location: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture,
Number of chickens: Approximately 77,000 (meat chickens)
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Location: Sosa City, Chiba Prefecture,
Number of chickens: Approximately 81,000 (layer chickens)
2. Background
(1) On Thursday, January 30, Chiba Prefecture received reports from farms in Asahi City and Sosa City, Chiba Prefecture, and conducted on-site inspections of the farms.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which revealed that
the results were positive.
(3) On Friday, January 31, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry at the farm, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
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Press release
Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Chiba Prefecture (51st case in Japan) and the holding of the "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters"
February 1, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
On Saturday, February 1, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a livestock infectious disease, was confirmed at a poultry farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture (the 51st case in Japan this season).
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries held a rotating meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters and decided on a future response policy.
1. Overview of the Farm
Location: Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture
Farming situation: Approximately 90,000 chickens (layers)
2. Background
(1) On Friday, January 31, Chiba Prefecture received a report from a farm in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the poultry, which turned out to be positive.
(3) On Saturday, February 1, a genetic test was conducted on the poultry at the farm, and it was confirmed that the poultry were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
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Season's 1st Bird Flu Infection in Japan Confirmed in Hokkaido
Sapporo, Oct. 22 (Jiji Press)--The Hokkaido government in northern Japan on Wednesday reported the first case of infection with highly pathogenic avian influenza confirmed at a poultry farm in the country this season.
At the farm in the town of Shiraoi where the case was found, the Hokkaido government started to kill and dispose of some 459,000 laying hens, placing a ban on the transportation of 620,000 hens at four poultry farms within 10 kilometers from the farm in question.
The central government convened a meeting of related ministers in Tokyo on Wednesday morning to ensure close cooperation among government agencies in dealing with the situation.
"This is the sixth consecutive season of an outbreak. Every season, (the disease) goes into full swing from around this time," Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said, emphasizing the need for vigilance.
Ahead of the meeting, agriculture minister Norikazu Suzuki told his ministry's disease control headquarters, "We're in a situation in which further infection cases may happen anywhere in the country."
https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2025102200273/
Sapporo, Oct. 22 (Jiji Press)--The Hokkaido government in northern Japan on Wednesday reported the first case of infection with highly pathogenic avian influenza confirmed at a poultry farm in the country this season.
At the farm in the town of Shiraoi where the case was found, the Hokkaido government started to kill and dispose of some 459,000 laying hens, placing a ban on the transportation of 620,000 hens at four poultry farms within 10 kilometers from the farm in question.
The central government convened a meeting of related ministers in Tokyo on Wednesday morning to ensure close cooperation among government agencies in dealing with the situation.
"This is the sixth consecutive season of an outbreak. Every season, (the disease) goes into full swing from around this time," Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said, emphasizing the need for vigilance.
Ahead of the meeting, agriculture minister Norikazu Suzuki told his ministry's disease control headquarters, "We're in a situation in which further infection cases may happen anywhere in the country."
https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2025102200273/
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[FONT=メイリオ]Press release[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Hokkaido and convening of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]Today, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (the first case in Japan this season) was confirmed at a poultry farm in Hokkaido.
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries will hold a "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters" meeting at 8:00 a.m. today to discuss future response policies.
The "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters" meeting will be closed to the public. However, filming will be permitted at the beginning of the meeting.
The farm has refrained from moving poultry since the farmer notified them.
We ask for your cooperation in strictly refraining from on-site reporting, as this could lead to the spread of the disease and violate the farmer's privacy.[/FONT] [FONT=メイリオ]1.
Overview of the farm[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]Location: Shiraoi, Hokkaido
Farming situation: Approximately 459,000 hens (layers)[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]2. Background[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ](1) On Tuesday, October 21, 2025, Hokkaido Government received a report from a farm in Shiraoi Town, Hokkaido, that an increase in the number of dead chickens had been observed, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the chickens at the farm, and the results were found to be positive.
(3) On Wednesday, October 22, at 8:00 a.m., a genetic test was conducted on the chickens, and it was confirmed that they were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]3. Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]Date and time: Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Location: Special Conference Room 1, Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and
Fisheries Address: 1-2-1 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]4.Other[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ](1) Under the current circumstances in Japan, we believe there is no possibility of humans becoming infected with the avian influenza virus through eating chicken meat, eggs, etc. https://www.fsc.go.jp/sonota/tori/tori_infl_ah7n9.html (External link)
(2) We ask for your cooperation in strictly refraining from on-site reporting, as this may lead to the spread of the disease and violate the privacy of farmers. In particular, we ask that you strictly refrain from using helicopters or drones to report on the situation, as this may interfere with quarantine efforts.
(3) We will continue to strive to provide prompt and accurate information, so we ask for your cooperation in ensuring that producers, other stakeholders, and consumers do not become confused by unfounded rumors.
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https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/251022.html[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]Press release[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]Confirmation of suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza in Hokkaido and convening of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]October 22, 2025
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries[/FONT]
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]Today, a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (the first case in Japan this season) was confirmed at a poultry farm in Hokkaido.
In response to this, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries will hold a "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters" meeting at 8:00 a.m. today to discuss future response policies.
The "Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters" meeting will be closed to the public. However, filming will be permitted at the beginning of the meeting.
The farm has refrained from moving poultry since the farmer notified them.
We ask for your cooperation in strictly refraining from on-site reporting, as this could lead to the spread of the disease and violate the farmer's privacy.[/FONT] [FONT=メイリオ]1.
Overview of the farm[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]Location: Shiraoi, Hokkaido
Farming situation: Approximately 459,000 hens (layers)[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]2. Background[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ](1) On Tuesday, October 21, 2025, Hokkaido Government received a report from a farm in Shiraoi Town, Hokkaido, that an increase in the number of dead chickens had been observed, and conducted an on-site inspection of the farm.
(2) On the same day, a simple test for avian influenza was conducted on the chickens at the farm, and the results were found to be positive.
(3) On Wednesday, October 22, at 8:00 a.m., a genetic test was conducted on the chickens, and it was confirmed that they were suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza.[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]3. Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Avian Influenza Prevention Headquarters[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]Date and time: Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Location: Special Conference Room 1, Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and
Fisheries Address: 1-2-1 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ]4.Other[/FONT]
[FONT=メイリオ](1) Under the current circumstances in Japan, we believe there is no possibility of humans becoming infected with the avian influenza virus through eating chicken meat, eggs, etc. https://www.fsc.go.jp/sonota/tori/tori_infl_ah7n9.html (External link)
(2) We ask for your cooperation in strictly refraining from on-site reporting, as this may lead to the spread of the disease and violate the privacy of farmers. In particular, we ask that you strictly refrain from using helicopters or drones to report on the situation, as this may interfere with quarantine efforts.
(3) We will continue to strive to provide prompt and accurate information, so we ask for your cooperation in ensuring that producers, other stakeholders, and consumers do not become confused by unfounded rumors.
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https://www.maff.go.jp/j/press/syouan/douei/251022.html[/FONT]