Nigel Sweetnam

Nigel Sweetnam is the chairman of the poultry committee for the Irish Farmers’ Association, known for his advocacy on biosecurity measures in the poultry industry. He has been vocal about the risks posed by avian influenza, particularly emphasizing the importance of precautionary measures for both large commercial operations and small backyard flocks. Sweetnam has drawn attention to the potential economic consequences of bird flu outbreaks, referencing the significant impact such diseases can have on poultry production and egg prices, as seen in the United States.