ATLANTA, GA — Poultry activities are allowed to resume statewide after a bird flu outbreak in northeast Georgia.
The ban was put in place last month after confirmed bird flu detection at two sites in Elbert County. The suspension of all live poultry exhibitions, shows and sales is now lifted. The Georgia Department of Agriculture says the two affected areas remain under quarantine until further notice.
“I’m excited to announce that both commercial poultry producers in the control area and poultry enthusiasts across our state can return to normal operations,” said Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper. “While this announcement is a great step in the right direction, HPAI remains a significant threat to our #1 industry, and the Georgia Department of Agriculture will continue working around the clock to protect our state’s flocks and to keep prices as low as possible for Georgia consumers.”