The Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation announced significant progress in Egypt’s poultry sector, following an increase in the number of internationally accredited poultry facilities certified as free from avian influenza to 59 establishments. This achievement reflects the state’s ability to develop veterinary control systems and enhance the efficiency of scientific research.

Approval of 22 New Avian Influenza–Free Facilities

Alaa Farouk confirmed that the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) has approved 22 new facilities as free from the disease. This accreditation strengthens the confidence of foreign markets in Egyptian poultry production, supports export opportunities, and sends a reassuring message to investors regarding the quality of the sector’s health infrastructure.

Role of the General Authority for Veterinary Services

The minister explained that this success reflects the major efforts made by the General Authority for Veterinary Services, which works to implement biosecurity standards precisely and carry out continuous monitoring campaigns to ensure the safety of facilities. This performance confirms that the development of Egypt’s poultry sector has become a tangible reality supported by organized institutional efforts.

Biosecurity System and Its Role in Protecting Production
Preventive Plans and Early Warning Strategies

Hamed Al-Aknas noted that the authority has adopted an integrated early warning system, including proactive plans and large-scale epidemiological surveillance programs, aimed at ensuring the continued disease-free status of facilities from transboundary diseases.

Technical Support for Investors and Development of Technical Files

Al-Aknas confirmed that the poultry administration provides technical support to investors, including preparing technical documentation in accordance with international standards. This support contributes to improving facility efficiency and increasing their ability to obtain international accreditation.

Success of Reference Laboratories in International Testing

Samah Eid announced the success of the reference laboratory for veterinary control of poultry production in passing an international proficiency test organized by the World Organisation for Animal Health reference laboratory in Australia, achieving a perfect success rate of 100%.

High Accuracy in Virus Diagnosis

Eid explained that this success represents an international certification of the competence of Egyptian laboratories and confirms their ability to accurately diagnose avian influenza and Newcastle disease viruses, thereby enhancing the state’s capacity for early detection of epidemic diseases and efficient response.

Reference Laboratory and Its Role in Biosecurity Protection
Monitoring Genetic Mutations of Viruses

The international avian influenza reference laboratory continues to play its role as the first line of defense by monitoring genetic mutations of viruses and supporting vaccination and control programs, contributing to the protection of poultry resources.

Enhancing the Sustainability of the Poultry Industry

This scientific performance contributes to supporting the sustainability of the poultry industry and ensuring the provision of safe and healthy food products for citizens. It reflects the state’s success in developing the Egyptian poultry production sector according to the highest international standards.

Source: avinews.com