RSPCA Assured is offering poultry farmers the option of virtual farm inspections if they are caught up in control zones during the avian influenza (AI) season.
A flexible approach to farm assessments during AI was first introduced in 2023.
The RSPCA Assured website also has a dedicated area offering detailed information about additional biosecurity measures, advice on contingency planning and improving flock welfare during a housing order.
An RSPCA Assured spokesperson said: “Sadly we’re all facing a new reality of increased AI outbreaks and we know this is very concerning and stressful for our members.
“So we’ve been in touch with our poultry members about the additional biosecurity measures we’ll continue to take when carrying out in-person assessments, and the available alternatives, which we hope they’ll find reassuring.
“We encourage any RSPCA Assured member who has concerns about AI or has any questions to get in touch and we’ll do everything we can to help.”