VOICED : Poultry sales slump after Bird flu scare

The H7N9 virus has severely impacted the poultry sector, with $1.6 billion lost and consumer confidence shaken. Despite reassurances, many avoid poultry, leading to increased beef sales. Shanghai is the most affected, with 32 infections and 11 deaths. The government banned live bird trade and culled over 100,000 birds. Herbal remedies like Bun langin are popular, though unproven. International experts are studying the virus, which isn't spreading between humans. Recovery for poultry sellers may be slow.

What financial impact did the H7N9 virus have on the poultry sector in the first week?

• $16 billion

• $1.6 million

• $16 million

• $1.6 billion

Which city was most affected by the H7N9 virus in terms of infections and deaths?

• Beijing

• Shenzhen

• Shanghai

• Guangzhou

What measure did authorities take to control the spread of the H7N9 virus?

• Closing all poultry farms

• Banning the trade of live birds

• Banning poultry imports

• Vaccination of poultry

How did the H7N9 virus affect beef sales?

• Beef sales tripled

• Beef sales almost doubled

• Beef sales decreased

• Beef sales remained the same

What traditional Chinese herb are people using in hopes of preventing the H7N9 infection?

• Ginseng

• Bun langin

• Astragalus

• Ginkgo biloba