Togo has confirmed H5N1 avian influenza cases at three poultry farms located in Adjengré, Anyron Kopé, and Kouloumde. In light of this situation, the government has implemented a range of emergency measures aimed at curbing the spread of the virus and mitigating its economic repercussions on the poultry industry.
Approximately 6,500 birds have been affected across these three farms, which include both a modern facility in Adjengré and a traditional operation in Kouloumde.
General Yark Damehame, the Minister of Animal Resources, has mandated the immediate culling of infected birds, thorough disinfection of the affected sites, a prohibition on the movement of poultry, and the temporary closure of markets and feed mills in the impacted regions for one month.
Furthermore, the government is offering compensation to poultry breeders based on the established scale to help alleviate losses and bolster the sector’s resilience.
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The supervisory ministry emphasized that while veterinary services are enhancing surveillance to prevent further spread of the virus, it is crucial for farmers and traders to comply with the implemented measures. Maintaining heightened vigilance is vital to minimize health risks and ensure the long-term protection of Togo’s poultry industry.
