The Thaiger
Chicken farm fly infestation plagues Chai Nat, officials turn blind eye
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More than 200 households along the Chai Nat and Nakhon Sawan provincial border have complained about a fly infestation allegedly linked to chicken farms, according to reports today, May 29, with residents saying they now eat meals under mosquito nets and fear disease.
Key facts
- More than 200 households along the Chai Nat and Nakhon Sawan provincial border have complained about a fly infestation allegedly linked to chicken farms, according to reports today, May 29, with residents saying they now eat meals under
- Residents said large numbers of flies have entered homes in U-Taphao subdistrict, Manorom district, Chai Nat, and nearby areas
- Reportedly, the problem stems from four broiler chicken farm operators who operate 17 closed-system barns
- Each barn can hold at least 30,000 chickens, while another 17 barns are reportedly under construction.
Summary
Residents said large numbers of flies have entered homes in U-Taphao subdistrict, Manorom district, Chai Nat, and nearby areas. They also complained about a foul smell from chicken manure and noise from large ventilation fans running through the night.
Reportedly, the problem stems from four broiler chicken farm operators who operate 17 closed-system barns. Each barn can hold at least 30,000 chickens, while another 17 barns are reportedly under construction.