“Newcastle Disease” has appeared in Malaysia. This avian infectious disease is highly contagious and has a high mortality rate. Experts believe that this disease may have an impact on the bird’s nest industry. In addition, Newcastle virus may also be transmitted to humans. Patients will experience mild conjunctivitis and influenza symptoms, but it is generally not life-threatening.

According to the “Nanyang Siang Pau” report, “MYMBN Bhd” is a Malaysian bird’s nest processor that mainly operates in the Chinese market. Due to the impact of Newcastle disease, the Malaysian Veterinary Service ordered to suspend the supply of bird’s nests starting from this Wednesday (December 25, 2023). China’s export of bird’s nests will cause the entire industrial chain to change, and it may develop towards the Vietnamese market or other countries in the future.

The World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) recently reported the emergence of Newcastle Disease (Newcastle Disease) in Malaysia. It was first discovered in Java, Indonesia in 1926, and was discovered in Newcastle upon Tyne in the United Kingdom the following year and was named after it. The virus is highly contagious and fatal among birds, and there is currently no treatment.

It is reported that birds infected with this virus will suffer from weakness, fever, not liking to eat, and in more severe cases, they may have convulsions or even die. Females may not be able to lay eggs or may not be able to lay normal eggs. If the outbreak expands, it will be serious. Impact on the bird’s nest industry.