South Korea imposes emergency quarantines after detecting multiple avian flu strains in poultry and wild birds, spurring farm culls, price hikes.

South Korea has launched emergency quarantine measures after detecting 30 poultry and 22 wild bird cases of avian influenza, including three strains—H5N1, H5N6, and H5N9—simultaneously, a first in the country. Authorities are inspecting 539 large layer farms, intensifying disinfection near migratory bird areas, and conducting vehicle checks. Two new farm outbreaks in December prompted culling and movement restrictions. Egg prices have risen sharply, exceeding 7,000 won ($4.83) per carton, up 7.3% from last year, driven by supply concerns.