Chile Suspends Poultry Imports from Argentina Over Highly Pathogenic Bird Flu in Buenos Aires, Resumes Imports from Brazil

Chile's Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG) announced a temporary suspension of poultry imports from Argentina following the detection of a highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) case in Buenos Aires province. The measure, effective as of August 25, 2025, aims to prevent the spread of bird flu within Chile. The suspension specifically targets poultry products originating from Argentina. Concurrently, Chile has resumed poultry imports from Brazil. This decision reflects ongoing efforts by Chilean authorities to safeguard public health and agricultural interests amid regional outbreaks of avian influenza.