Thailand’s Livestock Dept. warns weather shifts could impact poultry supply

The Department of Livestock Development (DLD) has indicated that sudden changes in weather patterns are affecting the animal husbandry sector. A poultry farm in Chaiyaphum province recently reported a loss of more than 200 chickens after the temperature dropped to 17 degrees earlier this week.

The farm owner said most of the dead chickens were only 2-3 weeks old and had not exhibited any external injuries or prior symptoms.

Variable weather patterns can put a strain on livestock, especially poultry, as shifts in temperature can lower their ability to resist infection.

During his inspection of the occurrence in Chaiyaphum, DLD Director-General Sorawit Thanito urged farmers to look after their livestock. He said chickens should…