Live poultry ban lifted

Acting Governor Joshua Tenorio has directed the Guam Department of Agriculture to immediately lift the blanket ban on importing live poultry from flocks within the United States. 

According to the Governor’s Office, the decision follows a legal and policy review confirming that existing Guam laws and regulations already provide safeguards to protect public health and local agriculture without requiring a full prohibition.

The administration says the move is aimed at strengthening food security, supporting local farmers and breeders, and helping stabilize egg and poultry supply on island.

Officials emphasized that all poultry imports must continue to meet strict health requirements, including certification from accredited veterinarians confirming birds are free of specified diseases and show no symptoms at the time of shipment. The original ban was put in place due to concerns surrounding avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu. 

However, federal agencies have indicated the current public health risk is low, and transportation of poultry within the U.S. remains allowed, with restrictions limited to areas experiencing active outbreaks.