A flock of Monaghan turkeys will be culled to prevent the further spread of avian flu across Ireland.
The birds first tested positive for the disease over the weekend near Clones, Co Monaghan. The Department of Agriculture will cull the entire flock out of caution and put a restriction zone in place around the birds.
The news is a stark reminder for the poultry industry to put protections in place ahead of the Christmas season. The Department of Agriculture is urging the public to report sightings of dead or sick birds to their local veterinary office but to avoid direct contact.
