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Devon Poultry Farm Culls 5,000 Birds Amid Flu Outbreak

2/21/2025

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A devastating avian flu outbreak has forced a family-run poultry farm in Devon to cull all 5,000 birds. In response, the Animal and Plant Health Agency has set up a 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone around the farm near Teignmouth. The local community stands in solidarity with the heartbroken owners during this challenging time.

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Story summary

A devastating avian flu outbreak has forced a family-run poultry farm in Devon to cull all 5,000 birds. In response, the Animal and Plant Health Agency has set up a 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone around the farm near Teignmouth. The local community stands in solidarity with the heartbroken owners during this challenging time.