34 Cases and Counting: South Korea Bird Flu Outbreak 2026 Deepens
South Korea reports its 34th avian influenza case in Naju on Jan 9, 2026. Explore the impact of the South Korea bird flu outbreak 2026 on poultry farms and egg prices.
The count's hit 34. A new highly pathogenic avian influenza case in Naju has officials on edge as the virus sweeps across South Korea this winter.
South Korea Bird Flu Outbreak 2026: The Naju Incident
According to the Central Disaster Management Headquarters, the latest case was confirmed on Friday at a duck farm in Naju, roughly 285 kilometers south of Seoul. The facility raises about 27,000 ducks. Authorities haven't wasted any time; they've already restricted farm access and started culling the birds to prevent further transmission.
The situation's getting serious as the virus has now reached more than 20 cities and counties. Yonhap reports that this latest outbreak is fueling concerns about a nationwide epidemic.
Nationwide Measures and Supply Chain Risks
To catch new cases early, officials plan to conduct intensive inspections of breeder duck farms and hatcheries nationwide. It's a race against time to protect the country's poultry industry.
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