Bird flu danger! Farmers in the Miesbach district are preparing for possible outbreaks

Bird flu danger! Farmers in the Miesbach district are preparing for possible outbreaks

Things are currently remaining calm in the Miesbach district because there are currently no confirmed cases of bird flu. Nevertheless, the alarming news about the spread of bird flu, especially among cranes, cannot be ignored. Loud Mercury These dangerous viruses are spreading increasingly in Germany, especially in Upper Bavaria, where the first cases have already been detected in the Freising district.

The press spokeswoman for the Miesbach district office, Theresa Andrich, has confirmed that there are no suspected cases or confirmed evidence in the district so far. But this could change quickly, because the Friedrich Loeffler Institute is observing a sharp increase in outbreaks in poultry farms - over 15 cases in October, while there were only four in September ZDF reported.

Be careful on the farms

At the Betzinger farm in Warngau, where free-range chickens lead a happy life, operator Maria Holzer does not want to lock up her animals so that she can continue to sell fresh free-range eggs. The newly built barn has space for up to 5,900 chickens. On Meinrad Bacher's farm in Kleinhartpenning, 6,000 chickens are kept free-range and barn. He has built a bird-proof winter garden to better protect his stocks. But as Bacher says, he is very worried: “A culling of my herd would not only have economic but also emotional consequences, especially before Christmas,” he says.

The hygiene measures on these farms are of the utmost importance. This also includes keeping a visitor book to keep track of things. Regionally, it is recommended to carefully comply with all legal prevention and biosecurity measures to reduce the risk of infection, such as Friedrich Loeffler Institute emphasized.

The situation in Germany

Bird flu is a highly contagious disease that can be fatal to many species of birds and poultry. The outbreak at the Kelbra reservoir in Saxony-Anhalt has drawn attention to increased mortality among cranes. Over 100 dead cranes have already been discovered. Researchers note that other wild birds such as ducks and geese may also be affected, although they often show only milder symptoms.

Expert teams advise removing carcasses quickly to avoid further infection. The risk that the disease will spread is considered high – both for wild birds and poultry farms. The authorities therefore strongly recommend minimizing contact between poultry and wild birds.

Overall, the situation remains tense and farmers in the Miesbach district are required to remain vigilant and take all safety precautions. Although the situation in the region is currently stable, the tide could quickly turn.