Guimaras Maintains Bird Flu-Free Status, Says Agriculture Dept

In a boost to the province’s agricultural and poultry sectors, Guimaras remains free of the avian influenza virus following recent testing by the Department of Agriculture’s Regional Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory.

A total of 91 blood samples were collected from various poultry farms across the province as part of ongoing surveillance and preventive efforts against bird flu.

Laboratory results confirmed that all samples tested negative for the avian influenza virus, assuring local producers and consumers of the continued safety and quality of Guimaras’ poultry products.

Provincial Veterinarian Dr. Ma. Theresa Macainan emphasized the importance of proactive disease monitoring, saying, “This latest result reaffirms our commitment to maintaining Guimaras as an avian influenza-free zone. Our farmers, stakeholders, and residents can remain confident that the province’s poultry industry remains safe, healthy, and resilient.”

The provincial government, through its Veterinary Office, continues to enforce strict biosecurity measures, conduct regular surveillance, and educate poultry raisers on best practices to prevent potential outbreaks.

Officials urged the public and all poultry stakeholders to remain vigilant and immediately report any unusual poultry mortalities to ensure prompt action.

The provincial government also encourages poultry farm owners to avail themselves of the free avian influenza sampling offered by the Provincial Veterinary Services Office.

Guimaras’ status as an AI-free province supports its growing agricultural economy and strengthens consumer trust both locally and in external markets.

For further updates, residents are encouraged to follow the official pages of the Provincial Veterinary Office and the Provincial Government of Guimaras.