Iraq Halts Chicken Imports from 39 Countries Amid Bird Flu Crisis

The Iraqi government has taken decisive action to protect public health and the poultry industry. The Ministry of Agriculture has implemented a nationwide ban on chicken imports from 39 countries due to an ongoing bird flu outbreak.
Iraq’s Import Ban on Poultry
According to Mahdi Zamad Qaisi, an advisor to the Ministry of Agriculture, this ban encompasses all types of poultry products. This includes live chickens, frozen chickens, and eggs sourced from a range of countries.
Countries Affected by the Ban
- Turkey
- Egypt
- Iran
- Italy
- Sweden
- Britain
Qaisi confirmed the decision was influenced by data from the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH). This organization has detected multiple instances of bird flu in the listed nations.
Duration of the Ban
The ban will remain in effect until the countries involved can officially confirm the eradication of the disease. Additionally, these declarations must be verified by the WOAH to ensure safety standards are met.
This significant measure reflects Iraq’s commitment to safeguarding its agricultural sector and the health of its citizens during the bird flu crisis.