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More avian flu cases confirmed in France
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Sampling at farms in Dordogne revealed highly pathogenic avian influenza strains at two farms.
Number of outbreaks rises to three
 
Two further cases of avian influenza have been detected in south-west France, the ministry for agriculture has confirmed.

The first outbreak of the H5N1 strain was reported on 24 November. It was the country's first case since 2007 and involved a backyard flock of 32 hens in Dordogne.

France immediately activated its national health emergency response plan. Protection and surveillance zones were established around the barnyard and samples were taken from other farms in Dordogne, despite there being no clinical signs or mortalities.

The results of these samples revealed highly pathogenic avian influenza strains at two farms. Detailed sequencing is now being carried out by the National Agency Risk Assessment (Anses).

According to the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE), three goslings were found dead at a goose and duck farm in Domme. Three more goslings were culled for analysis and one sample tested positive for H2N2. In total, 1,337 susceptible birds have been culled.

A 3km and 10km zoning around the outbreak has been established.

According to Farmers Weekly, the other affected location is a duck farm in Saint-Paul-la-Roche.

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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Lords Committee opens Pet Parasite Medication inquiry

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

Focusing on treatments containing fipronil and imidacloprid, the inquiry will seek to understand distribution pathways and the impacts of PPM use and non-use on biodiversity and human health. It will also cover current regulation, monitoring, and the potential implications for pets and their owners.

The committee will hear evidence from environmental non-governmental organisations and research institutes. The public can follow the proceedings live on Parliament TV or in person in the Palace of Westminster.