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Approximately 29,665 turkeys impacted in latest Iowa HPAI detection

Wednesday, February 19

The avian influenza virus has been found in a commercial turkey flock in Sac County, Iowa. The Iowa Department of the Agriculture and Land Stewardship reports approximately 29,665 turkeys will be depopulated. It’s the state’s fourth detection of H5N1 HPAI within domestic birds since... Read More.

Swine disease prevention and detection important to NPPC

Tuesday, February 18

Disease prevention and detection remain priorities for the National Pork Producers Council. NPPC president Lori Stevermer says pig farmers are committed to biosecurity. “Unfortunately, this type of year PRRS tends to flare up a little bit, so it’s always a renewal of our biosecurity... Read More.

One million birds impacted by HPAI detection in Jay County Commerical Egg Operation

Wednesday, February 12

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been detected in a commercial egg layer facility in Jay County, Indiana (east central, Indiana). According to the Indiana Board of Animal Health (BOAH), more than one million birds will be depopulated, and an approximately 6.2-mile control area, and a more than... Read More.