Poultry farm near Ufa and reduction in bird numbers in Bashkiria: causes and consequences

According to Rosstat, at the end of October 2023, 4.9 million heads of poultry were registered in agricultural organizations of Bashkiria, compared to 8.7 million heads in October 2022. This means that poultry farming in the region is facing serious challenges.

However, despite the reduction in poultry numbers, the numbers of other livestock species remained at approximately the same level or decreased slightly. For example, the number of cattle decreased by 2.3%, cows by 2.6%, pigs by 2.4%, and horses by 3.3%. At the same time, the number of sheep and goats increased by 11%, reaching 18.6 thousand heads.

The consequences of the bird flu outbreak at the Bashkirskaya poultry farm were catastrophic. In order to prevent the spread of infection, the entire poultry population in the outbreak area was ordered to be destroyed. The burning of slaughtered poultry continued until at least early November. In addition, strict restrictions were introduced on the import and export of poultry, hatching eggs , the movement and regrouping of birds, as well as the slaughter of poultry and other means of obtaining products.

In the contaminated area, the movement of vehicles and hunting of wild birds were limited. Entry into the outbreak of the disease was allowed only for transport of specialized veterinary services. All these measures were taken to prevent the further spread of avian influenza and protect the health of animals and people.

An outbreak of bird flu at a poultry farm near Ufa was a serious blow to the poultry industry in Bashkiria. A reduction in the poultry population by 43.6% over the year had a negative impact on the economy of the region and the supply of poultry to the local market. Recovering from such losses may take considerable time, and additional measures are required to support poultry farmers and restore the industry.

Thus, an outbreak of bird flu at a poultry farm near Ufa led to serious consequences for poultry farming in Bashkiria, reducing the poultry population by almost half. Recovering from such losses will take time and effort, but with the support of appropriate measures and investment in the industry, poultry farming in the region can return to previous levels.