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Brazil can no longer export poultry and meat to EU due to bird flu

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Posted on May 19, 2025

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BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Brazil is no longer allowed to export poultry and meat products to the European Union due to the outbreak of bird flu, the European Commission said on Monday. "EU import

Brazil's Poultry Exports to EU Halted Due to Bird Flu

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Brazil is no longer allowed to export poultry and meat products to the European Union due to the outbreak of bird flu, the European Commission said on Monday.

"EU import conditions require that the country of export (Brazil) is free of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza," a European Commission spokesperson said in an email.

"Brazilian authorities can no longer sign such animal health certificates for export into the EU and such certificates cannot be issued. No poultry/meat products can be exported to the EU from any part of the Brazilian territory."

(Reporting by Phil Blenkinsop and Bart Meijer; Editing by Sudip Kar-Gupta)

Key Takeaways

  • Brazil's poultry exports to the EU are banned due to bird flu.
  • EU requires exporting countries to be free of avian influenza.
  • Brazil cannot issue necessary health certificates for export.
  • The ban affects all poultry and meat products from Brazil.
  • The decision is based on EU's strict import conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The main topic is Brazil's inability to export poultry and meat to the EU due to a bird flu outbreak.
Why can't Brazil export to the EU?
Brazil can't export to the EU because it cannot meet the EU's requirement of being free from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.
What products are affected by the ban?
The ban affects all poultry and meat products from Brazil intended for the EU market.

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