Avian Influenza and Newcastle Disease in Poland: 2026 Status Update
According to official data released by Polish authorities, the country has been grappling with significant outbreaks of both Avian Influenza and Newcastle Disease (ND) since the onset of 2026.
Since the beginning of the year, 26 outbreaks of Avian Influenza have been confirmed in broiler and breeding flocks across Poland. The impact has been felt across a broad spectrum of the poultry sector, with confirmed cases in chicken breeding farms, as well as duck and turkey fattening operations.
In addition to the challenges posed by Avian Influenza, veterinary health officials are reporting a notable rise in Newcastle Disease. As of early February 2026, 20 outbreaks have been documented within commercial poultry facilities, signaling a complex epidemiological situation for the nation's agricultural industry.
