Iwate Chicken Farm Tests Positive for Avian Influenza Virus, the 20th Case This Season in Japan

HalfBuddhaMoney · 2026-02-27T07:00:55+00:00

A high-risk avian influenza outbreak has been confirmed at a chicken farm in Iwate, Japan, marking the 20th case this season. Abnormal chicken deaths prompted a swift report and genetic testing by the Agriculture Ministry, confirming the dangerous virus, indicating a continuing serious epidemic situation.

HalfBuddhaMoney

2026-02-27 07:00:55

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Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries has just announced a chicken farm in Iwate Prefecture confirmed to have highly pathogenic avian influenza. This is the 20th outbreak of avian flu in Japan this season, indicating that the epidemic situation continues to worsen. According to data from relevant agencies, this chicken farm has reported a series of recent chicken deaths.

Chicken Farm Shows Early Signs of Disease

Earlier this week, staff at the Iwate poultry farm observed warning signs when they detected an abnormal number of chicken deaths. On February 20, the farm officially reported the incident to the responsible authorities in Iwate Prefecture. This timely report allowed experts to quickly access the site and implement basic control measures.

Ministry Confirms Virulent Avian Influenza Virus

After receiving the report, Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries dispatched a team to inspect the farm. Experts conducted detailed genetic testing on samples taken from the flock. The test results announced on February 21 confirmed the presence of a highly pathogenic avian influenza virus in the poultry at the farm.

20th Outbreak Amidst Worsening Epidemic Situation

The case at the Iwate chicken farm marks the 20th avian influenza outbreak recorded in Japan during this season. This number reflects the ongoing complexity of the epidemic nationwide. Each detection prompts poultry farms and authorities to strengthen prevention and control measures to protect the safety of the poultry industry.

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