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Highly pathogenic AI detected in Yeoju
Third confirmed case this month
D-8 Deadline November 17 · Nationwide disinfection week ended
In short
Highly pathogenic avian influenza has been confirmed at a layer farm in Yeoju, Gyeonggi Province.
This is the third case detected at poultry farms this month.
The government has shortened inspection cycles at nationwide layer farms to once every two weeks and strengthened disinfection measures.
Key facts
| When | Highly pathogenic AI was confirmed at a layer farm in Yeoju, Gyeonggi Province on November 7. |
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| Where | A layer farm in Yeoju, Gyeonggi Province raising approximately 260,000 birds. |
| What | Confirmed as H5N1 highly pathogenic avian influenza. This is the third occurrence this month. |
| How | Culling and epidemiological investigation underway. Nationwide layer farm inspection cycles shortened to once every two weeks. |
What it means for me
Prices of eggs and other livestock products may fluctuate, so consumers should monitor the situation.
