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Avian Influenza
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New H5N1 outbreaks reinforce feed biosecurity as Philippines and Australia report fresh detections
The H5N1 virus was detected in a flock of 39 poultry in the town of Capalan, WOAH said.
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2.16M poultry lost from avian influenza in May 2026, WOAH reports
H5N1 remained the dominant strain as new outbreaks were reported across seven countries.
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Australia confirms first H5N1 detection, completing global spread of avian influenza
H5N1 bird flu has now found its way to every continent.
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H5N1 resurges across West Africa as poultry industry faces renewed disease threat
Since the beginning of 2026, several West African countries have reported new outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1).
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FAO develops GPP-TAD Programme to strengthen early warning systems for animal diseases
Avian influenza has killed 633 million+ poultry and threatens a US$48B market; FMD costs US$11.3B annually; and African swine fever has wiped out over 40% of pig herds in parts of Asia.
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South Africa adopts avian influenza vaccination strategy after US$529M poultry crisis
Initial findings from pilot programmes suggest that vaccination does not completely prevent infection but can significantly reduce mortality rates.
