Bird Flu update for 06-10-2024
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Bird Flu update for 06-10-2024
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The recent outbreak of bird flu in Victoria has resulted in the culling of hundreds of thousands of birds, significantly impacting the region's poultry industry and causing concern over potential...
show moreIn response to fears of a dwindling egg supply, supermarket giant Coles has taken the proactive step of imposing purchase limits on eggs to prevent stockpiling and ensure availability for all customers. This restriction is a precautionary measure to manage supply issues and discourage panic buying among consumers.
The avian influenza outbreak not only threatens the livelihood of poultry farmers but also poses a serious challenge to food supply chains, which could impact prices and availability of poultry products across the country. Authorities are actively working with affected farms to implement quarantine zones and cull affected birds to contain the outbreak.
Consumers are advised to remain calm and purchase only what they need. Hoarding behavior can exacerbate supply problems and cause unnecessary shortages which can affect many people. Officials are continuously monitoring the situation and are committed to updating the public as new information becomes available.
The industry experts are calling for consumers to be understanding and to cooperate with the imposed restrictions. They are working diligently to resolve the issue and stabilize the egg supply to prevent long-term impact on food resources. In the meantime, everyone is urged to follow guidelines issued by health and agricultural authorities to help manage the situation effectively.
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