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Argentina Confirms Bird Flu in Patagonia, Intensifying Calls for Poultry Vaccination

Trade remains partially curtailed under a 28-day no-new-case rule that has squeezed fresh poultry exports to key markets.

Overview

  • Senasa confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza at a backyard multispecies site in Cervantes, Río Negro, the first detection reported in Patagonia.
  • The agency established a prevention area, began epidemiological tracing, and ordered reinforced biosecurity for nearby premises under Resolution 1699/2019.
  • Four recent outbreaks at commercial farms—three in the Buenos Aires area and one in Córdoba—triggered temporary export limits that remain until 28 days pass without new cases.
  • Fresh poultry shipments face restrictions in about 40 markets, including China, while more than 35 destinations continue to accept products under zonification and regionalization.
  • Industry group CAPIA is urging immediate strategic vaccination of long‑cycle birds to protect laying hens and proposing buyer‑specific protocols to allow exports from certified non‑vaccinated farms.