Brazil confirms first bird flu case on farm, raising global supply fears

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The disease has spread around the globe in the past years, leading to hundreds of millions of poultry being culled.

Bird flu is a viral disease spread mainly by birds which can also affect mammals, including humans.

Friday's case is the first time an outbreak has been reported on a commercial farm in Brazil.

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Markets: IndiaBrazilChinaFranceJapanVietnam

Topics: Brazil bird flu case Avian flu vaccine Global poultry trade Brazil chicken exports Chicken supply Bird flu outbreak Poultry export Food security Bird flu Avian influenza Animal disease

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Published On: 2025-05-16 @ 22:02:07 (9 hours ago)

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