BIRD FLU UPDATE.

The highly pathogenic influenza virus has affected more backyard poultry in Washington.The virus has been discovered on 2 farms with mixed specie of birds such as: chicken,turkey,ducks and guinea fowls. The birds died from H5N2 strain of the virus, and all others on the farms have been destroyed to prevent spread. The source of infection has been traced to contact with feces of infected wild ducks.This mode of transmission is easy especially in free range flocks that come in contact with wild birds.The detection of H5N2 strain of the influenza virus in a northern pin tail duck in Whatcom country in December confirmed the bird flu virus infection. The farm, and a 20 mile zone around it has been quarantined at least for 240 days, the quarantine prohibits movement of eggs, poultry/ poultry products outside the zone.The farm has also been disinfected with deep cleaning of equipment. BE PROACTIVE! STEP UP YOUR BIO-SECURITY PROTOCOL. USE

HPAI; AVIAN INFLUENZA UPDATE.

The bird flu virus has been confirmed in a mixed back yard poultry in Kano,Nigeria.The veterinary authority has notified the OIE. The outbreak started on 2/1/15 at a backyard poultry in Kano district, a flock of 1,568 birds. The virus killed 1,370 of the birds and the rest of the flock has been destroyed to prevent spread. Be proactive! stop the bird flu virus!. use VIRKON® S now. Spread the word; use VIRKON® S.

VIRKON® S

VIRKON® S has been proven to be the disinfectant of choice in cases of outbreaks especially for avian influenza.The effectiveness of the disinfectant, coupled with the fact that its safe,non toxic,easy to transport, store, and use has made it a major bio security component. The uses are varied, method of use also differ but the same result of a disease-free zone is achieved.The major component in bio security protocol as its highly effective,stable and ingredients are degradable. VIRKON® S is in powder form and tablet form, this come in handy now that avian influenza cases are reported in some countries.The best approach will be to embark on mass decontamination of poultry markets, disinfection of farms and education of populace about the bird flu virus. The movement of birds across states should be prevented at this time, also import of processed birds should also be prevented and surveillance points at borders, control post ,ports and airports should be on alert ,so they can notify the appropriate authorities if any emergency. BE PROACTIVE! THINK BIO SECURITY! THINK VIRKON® S!. GET IT NOW!!!!!!.

VIRKON® S DISINFECTANT.

VIRKON® S IS THE ONLY MODERN DISINFECTANT WITH VIRUCIDAL PROPERTIES,it has been chosen as a disinfectant for all 13 OIE list A diseases, and some list B diseases.It is the perfect chemical in outbreak cases.Its easy to use,transport and store.VIRKON® S is so potent even when organic debris are present.

AVIAN INFLUENZA## VIRKON® S.

Bio security is keeping pathogenic organisms away from production site, ensuring you shut the door on diseases.There are various bio security measures to reduce food safety risks; these risk include; influx of live chicken,mass movement of people into farm,transportation of dead birds,proper disposal of dead birds and high concentration of poultry farms in an area, wild birds in/ around poultry houses,rodent infestation,and mixed breeds/species of birds on a farm. The recent outbreak of avian influenza in some countries has stirred the need for better bio security measures with strict compliance,surveillance ,education of populace about HPAI and ban on import of poultry from affected countries. Bio security on the farm encompasses all levels of production, daily operations( standard operative procedure), the farm fittings,structure,tools and vehicular movement. A powerful broad spectrum disinfectant/ cleaner that is very potent against most pathogens especially AVIAN INFLUENZA is recommended for use this is VIRKON® S.It has virucidal properties. VIRKON® S has been used in many countries not only as a bio security chemical, but used widely in cases of outbreaks of avian influenza. VIRKON® S has found so many uses in the farm; 1) used for foot dip. 2)used to clean surfaces,floors and disinfect walls. 3)used to purify water in tanks on farms, which is a potential foci of bacteria proliferation. 4)it can be misted and sprayed in cages with the birds. 5)decontamination of markets,cages,equipment and tools. VIRKON® S is your biosecurity answer in a pack.BE PROACTIVE GET VIRKON® S TODAY. STAY SAFE USE VIRKON® S; STOP THE AVIAN INFLUENZA VIRUS.

AVIAN INFLUENZA UPDATE.

The highly pathogenic strain of avian influenza virus spread continues in some parts of the world,with Egypt recording 3 new cases in man bringing the total to 10 new cases in 2015. The spread of the avian influenza virus has dropped the prices of poultry products in Xiamen ,China.The recent H7N9 bird flu case in china has reduced the sales, consumption and marketing of poultry products.The confirmation of H7N9 outbreak has stopped the purchasing of ducks,geese,doves and quail.The report from disease prevention and control confirmed 2 new cases in man, which has brought total number to 5. This has prompted the populace to hands off poultry/poultry products ,resturants/hotels have also stopped preparing recipes with poultry products. The poultry markets in the outskirts with poultry have to undergo disinfection before selling their products. The HPAI infection in China has lead to the ban of poultry products in Hong kong. The Hong kong government has issued a statement that only local chickens be allowed in the markets and placed a 21 day ban on other sources of poultry,this took effect on 1/1/2015 when H7N9 was detected in a consignment from Guandong. BE PROACTIVE=SURVEILLANCE +BIO SECURITY.

Bird flu.

The avian influenza virus continues to kill more birds in parts of Asia,Canada and India. More birds have been found dead in poultry farms in Taiwan.The virus is moving, be alert,be proactive. Birds infected with the Newcastle disease virus, show the following signs: coughing, inappetence,drop in egg production,poor shell quality, greenish diarrhoea, paralysis,twisting of head and neck, and it also causes high mortality,also affecting varying ages. Some of these signs are similar to that of BIRD FLU, leading to false diagnosis by some farmers who observe such on their farms. When you have a case with high mortality with the bird flu signs, call your vet.