Outbreak of H1N1 Flu in Turkeys in Chile
CHILE - The veterinary authorities have reported two cases of influenza A in turkeys to the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE). It is has been confirmed to be the H1N1 sub-type.

Study on Campylobacter in Chilean Poultry Plants
CHILE - At an average of 54 per cent, the levels of Campylobacter contamination on broiler carcasses in processing plants were similar to those found in studies in other countries, and the highest rates were found after evisceration. Guillermo O. Figueroa...

Eruption Descends on 40,000 Abandoned Livestock
CHILE - The Chaiten volcano in Southern Chile has blasted ash some 20 miles into the atmosphere, which has forced thousands to evacuate, leaving farm animals vulnerable to the toxic cloud.

Chileans eat more poultry and pork
CHILE - The latest national meat consumption statistics in Chile reveal a 5% increase on 2005 meaning that it is now considered to be a developed country.