In a press conference, Gjeci said that “AKVMB continues to monitor the situation through veterinarians of official service who inspect poultry farms raising chickens for eggs, meat and mix, throughout the territory of the Republic of Albania. No other bird flu outbreaks or suspected cases have been detected, according to data gathered from controls on the ground.”

“The National Food Authority continues inspections throughout the country. No violations or problems were detected. We have asked the municipalities for full cooperation regarding the measures to stop the trade of live birds in open areas not designated for sale pursuant to Order No. 131, dated 25.3.2022 “On taking restrictive measures to prevent and control avian influenza in poultry, in open environments and in livestock markets”, stressed Gjeci.

“We are on the lookout throughout the entire territory, we continue the awareness campaign to inform farmers on detection and reporting of suspected cases,” she added.

Deputy Minister Gjeci said that “we assure the consumer that the food in our market, in the licensed centers is safe. There is no risk from consuming meat and eggs cooked at temperatures higher than 70 degrees Celsius as is the normal cooking procedure. We inform the Albanian citizens that in case they have suspicion about backyard flocks, to immediately contact the official veterinarian of the area or to call toll free on the green number 0800 33 66. ”
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