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Nov 2025
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What do the latest bird flu outbreaks me...

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The Government has issued a compulsory housing order for all captive birds and poultry this week in an effort to prevent the spread of avian influenza. Joining Anton to discuss what efforts are underway to prevent further spread of the disease, as well as what the wider implications may be for Christmas, is Amy Forde, News Editor with The Irish Farmers Journal.

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