The poultry exhibition at this year’s Melbourne Royal Show could be cancelled amid growing concerns over bird flu in Victoria.

The Melbourne Royal Show committee is expected to meet as early as Monday to decide whether poultry competitions and displays can safely go ahead.

The potential cancellation comes as authorities continue responding to avian influenza cases and concerns about the spread of the virus among birds.

The Melbourne Royal Show is scheduled to attract large crowds, with poultry breeders and exhibitors now facing uncertainty over whether their birds will be allowed to take part.

Any decision will be based on the latest animal-health advice and efforts to reduce the risk of further bird flu transmission.