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Avian influenza virus detected on a farm in Nuevo León
April 17, 2025
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development reported that it detected the AH7N3 avian influenza virus on a commercial farm located in the municipality of Marín, in the state of Nuevo León, on Thursday, April 17.
In response, the National Service of Agri-Food Health, Safety, and Quality (Senasica) activated a health protocol in the state and implemented anti-epidemic measures to contain the outbreak.
"As part of the follow-up, technical personnel are conducting constant monitoring in the perifocal area (10 km around), as well as sampling on farms located within the focal area," the federal agency said in a statement.
What is known about the virus?
They clarified that the AH7N3 virus is different from the one affecting poultry farms in other North American countries, so it does not pose any risk to the consumption of chicken and eggs.
However, SENASICA urged poultry producers, both commercial and family, to strengthen biosecurity measures in their Poultry Production Units (UPA).
To this end, the agency recommended:
Keep the entry of wild birds or harmful wildlife at all times.
Prevent access to anyone outside the UPA.
Thoroughly inspect the facilities to avoid potential entry points.
Ensure that staff bathe before entering and leaving the farm.
Change home clothes for work clothes before entering and vice versa.
What should be done if the AH7N3 virus is suspected?
If you suspect this virus, farmers can call 800 751 2100 or WhatsApp: 55 36 96 44 62. They can also contact the following agencies:
Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development
National Service of Agrifood Health, Safety, and Quality
Coordination of the Directorate of the United States-Mexico Commission for the Prevention of Foot-and-Mouth Disease and Other Exotic Animal Diseases (CPA) in the states.
What is avian flu?
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that avian influenza (avian influenza) is a disease caused by infection with the type A avian influenza (flu) virus.
These avian influenza viruses are found naturally among wild aquatic birds around the world and can infect domestic poultry, other birds, and other animal species.
The agency notes that these avian influenza viruses do not typically infect humans; however, there are sporadic cases of human infections with avian influenza viruses.
With information from Milenio
Avian influenza virus detected on a farm in Nuevo León
April 17, 2025
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development reported that it detected the AH7N3 avian influenza virus on a commercial farm located in the municipality of Marín, in the state of Nuevo León, on Thursday, April 17.
In response, the National Service of Agri-Food Health, Safety, and Quality (Senasica) activated a health protocol in the state and implemented anti-epidemic measures to contain the outbreak.
"As part of the follow-up, technical personnel are conducting constant monitoring in the perifocal area (10 km around), as well as sampling on farms located within the focal area," the federal agency said in a statement.
What is known about the virus?
They clarified that the AH7N3 virus is different from the one affecting poultry farms in other North American countries, so it does not pose any risk to the consumption of chicken and eggs.
However, SENASICA urged poultry producers, both commercial and family, to strengthen biosecurity measures in their Poultry Production Units (UPA).
To this end, the agency recommended:
Keep the entry of wild birds or harmful wildlife at all times.
Prevent access to anyone outside the UPA.
Thoroughly inspect the facilities to avoid potential entry points.
Ensure that staff bathe before entering and leaving the farm.
Change home clothes for work clothes before entering and vice versa.
What should be done if the AH7N3 virus is suspected?
If you suspect this virus, farmers can call 800 751 2100 or WhatsApp: 55 36 96 44 62. They can also contact the following agencies:
Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development
National Service of Agrifood Health, Safety, and Quality
Coordination of the Directorate of the United States-Mexico Commission for the Prevention of Foot-and-Mouth Disease and Other Exotic Animal Diseases (CPA) in the states.
What is avian flu?
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that avian influenza (avian influenza) is a disease caused by infection with the type A avian influenza (flu) virus.
These avian influenza viruses are found naturally among wild aquatic birds around the world and can infect domestic poultry, other birds, and other animal species.
The agency notes that these avian influenza viruses do not typically infect humans; however, there are sporadic cases of human infections with avian influenza viruses.
With information from Milenio
