Causes and consequences of the outbreak According to the Dutch Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Nature and Food, the outbreak was detected on one of the large poultry farms, which required urgent measures. In order to prevent further spread of the virus,
it was decided to cull 23,000 birds. This measure is aimed at minimising the risk of infection of other animals and, potentially, people. Agri...
The Minister of Agriculture is a key figure in the government responsible for the development and support of the country's agricultural sector. His/her tasks include developing and implementing programs to increase agricultural productivity, ensuring food security, supporting rural residents and farmers, and promoting environmental sustainability of the agricultural sector. The Minister of Agriculture should have knowledge of agriculture, economics, ecology and law, be a strategist and a leader capable of making important decisions for rural development and ensuring sustainable development of the agricultural sector.