Resumption of Poultry Exports to Hong Kong (Ehime, Kagoshima, and Miyazaki Prefectures)
On February 18, 2025, at 3:00 AM, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) announced the resumption of poultry exports to Hong Kong from three prefectures in Japan: Ehime, Kagoshima, and Miyazaki.
Background
Poultry exports from Japan to Hong Kong had been suspended since January 2023 due to an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in Japan. As part of its response to the outbreak, MAFF implemented strict measures to prevent the spread of the disease, including enhanced surveillance and biosecurity measures.
Resumption of Exports
After conducting a thorough assessment of the disease situation and implementing comprehensive preventive measures, MAFF has determined that the risk of HPAI transmission has been significantly reduced in Ehime, Kagoshima, and Miyazaki Prefectures. As a result, the Hong Kong authorities have lifted the import restrictions on poultry products from these prefectures.
Exports to Begin Immediately
Poultry exports from Ehime, Kagoshima, and Miyazaki Prefectures to Hong Kong are expected to resume immediately. The resumption of exports will provide a significant boost to the Japanese poultry industry, which has been heavily impacted by the suspension of exports.
MAFF’s Commitment to Food Safety
MAFF remains committed to ensuring the safety of poultry products exported from Japan. The ministry will continue to implement strict biosecurity measures to prevent the spread of HPAI and other animal diseases. MAFF will also work closely with industry stakeholders to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
Additional Information
- The resumption of poultry exports applies to all poultry products, including live poultry, poultry meat, and poultry eggs.
- Poultry products from Ehime, Kagoshima, and Miyazaki Prefectures that were exported before the suspension of exports will be allowed into Hong Kong.
- Poultry products from other prefectures in Japan will remain subject to the import suspension.
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