The U.S. Department of Agriculture has reported that transmission from cow to cow plays a role in the spread of avian flu within dairy herds.
Researchers in China and Nottingham have discovered a subtype of avian flu virus, endemic in poultry farms in China, has human transmission concerns.
As producers prepare for the peak highly pathogenic avian influenza season, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is testing a number of potential vaccines.
Last week, the National Security Memorandum to Strengthen the Security and Resilience of U.S. Food and Agriculture was signed. This new memorandum allows the federal government to identify threats facing domestic supply and enhance national preparedness and response.
Bans on poultry shows are being lifted across the country following improvements on avian flu outbreaks, but it’s integral that exhibitors know how to keep their birds and themselves as safe as possible this show season.
During this time of heightened concern over the threat of avian influenza, vigilance is warranted for backyard poultry keepers and commercial grower.