Farmers have been urged to remain alert for signs of bird flu following a confirmed case in Scotland.
Poultry keepers have been warned to ensure 'highest levels of biosecurity' after a case of bird flu was found on a farm.
The National Farmers Union Scotland said in a statement released online: "Urgent message for poultry keepers - low pathogenic Avian Influenza (AI), thought to have been contracted from wild birds, was confirmed in a Scottish free range laying flock at the end of last week.
"Please ensure highest levels of biosecurity at this time."
The news follows a confirmed case in Suffolk before Christmas.
In December all 27,000 birds at the commercial chicken far were culled after a number were found to have the H5 strain of avian flu.
National Farmers Union chief poultry adviser Gary Ford said at the time: “This confirmation of avian influenza is devastating news for the farm affected. However, Defra’s prompt action has helped limit the risk of the disease spreading, and provided that it’s contained to one site will have very little impact on the wider poultry industry.
“It is imperative that all poultry keepers, including small backyard flocks, remain vigilant at this time and report any sign of disease immediately, as well as maintaining good biosecurity measures.”
