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UK Reports First Bird Flu Outbreak of 2026/27 Season
Original: UK: First Bird Flu Outbreak of 2026/27 Season
The United Kingdom has recorded its first avian influenza outbreak of the 2026/27 season, according to poultry industry reporting. The confirmation marks the start of a new bird flu season for the country, an event closely watched by farmers and health authorities given the damage previous outbreaks have caused to poultry flocks and trade.
Why now: The start of a new avian influenza season raises concerns about biosecurity, poultry losses and potential restrictions.
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- UK: First Bird Flu Outbreak of 2026/27 Season · PoultryMed
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