Update of EU emergency measures against highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreaks in several member states
29 Apr 2026
Effective: 27 Apr 2026
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Who is affected:
Poultry farms, poultry sector operators and veterinary authorities in affected EU zones
Summary
The European Commission modifies the restriction zones for highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreaks in certain EU Member States. These measures aim to contain the spread of the virus and protect European poultry farming.
Detailed analysis
PRO
Implementing Decision 2026/998 updates the annex to Decision 2023/2447, revising the protection and surveillance zones established in several Member States affected by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreaks. The modification involves changes to the geographical perimeters of restrictions, affecting poultry …
Full official title
OJ:L_202600998: Decisión de Ejecución (UE) 2026/998 de la Comisión, de 27 de abril de 2026, por la que se modifica el anexo de la Decisión de Ejecución (UE) 2023/2447, sobre medidas de emergencia en relación con los brotes de gripe aviar de alta patogenicidad en determinados Estados miembros [notificada con el número C(2026) 2882]