Bird Flu H5N1 Biosecurity

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Protecting Backyyard Poultry

help control the spread of Bird Flu

PeckOff Premium has been designed to help manage nuisance starling populations around farms, sheds and worksites. Used alongside good hygiene and current Biosecurity New Zealand guidance, it can form a part of your overall biosecurity plan.

PeckOff is not a bird flu control product. Risk of transmission to domestic animals can be reduced by following current advice, including controlling pest species activity and cross-contamination from droppings, and discouraging birds from gathering around feed, sheds and other valuable farm or site assets. Effective biosecurity is all about reducing risk, and pest bird management is one proactive practical tool you can use to help.

Using your PeckOff trap safely

To help reduce the risk of disease transfer while clearing or maintaining your PeckOff trap, please follow these guidelines:

• Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling any birds.
• Clean and dry the catch bag before reuse to reduce the risk of transferring disease between pest birds.
• Ensure the trap is kept clean and free of debris.
• Avoid handling sick or dead birds.