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IDOA extends suspension of poultry shows & sales

Tuesday, April 15

The Illinois Department of Agriculture has extended the suspension of poultry exhibitions and sales in the state. The moratorium, in response to the ongoing threat of H5N1 avian flu, now continues through May 11th, 2025. IDOA officials say the move is intended to reduce... Read More.

A decade of learning as poultry industry continues to battle avian flu

Tuesday, April 8

It’s been ten years since the first major outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza in the U.S. And the executive director of the Minnesota Turkey Growers Association says the poultry industry continues to learn and adapt. Ashley Kohls tells Brownfield high-path avian flu prevention... Read More.

U.S. poultry production dips during February

Tuesday, March 25

U.S. poultry production in February saw a year-to-year decline. The USDA says 4.012 billion pounds of poultry were certified wholesome last month, 5% less than a year ago, with chicken down 4% at 3.652 billion pounds and turkey dropping 17% to 350.259 million pounds.... Read More.

HPAI in Ingham County backyard poultry

Monday, March 24

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza for the first time in Ingham County this year. The state says the backyard flock is the second detection of the virus in the county since 2022 and the ninth... Read More.

Ohio issues temporary poultry ban to limit HPAI spread

Thursday, March 20

The Ohio Department of Agriculture has issued a temporary ban on the movement of poultry in the western part of the state. Brian Baldridge says Ohio is still in the middle of an outbreak. “We don’t want any movement,” he says. “If we were... Read More.

USDA to allow increased pork and poultry processor line speeds

Tuesday, March 18

The USDA is allowing pork and poultry processors to operate at increased line speeds. U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley tells Brownfield the announcement comes after trial studies determined worker safety was not being compromised for the sake of higher production. “So I think for the... Read More.

IDOA extends suspension of poultry exhibitions & sales

Monday, March 17

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is extending the suspension on the exhibition or sale of poultry at swap meets, exhibitions, flea markets and auctions for another 30 days. The move is an effort to help prevent the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza... Read More.

PEAK poultry conference

Thursday, March 6

Brownfield’s Mark Dorenkamp will cover the PEAK poultry conference in Minneapolis, MN. The post PEAK poultry conference appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. PEAK poultry conference

Frontier District to Host Backyard Poultry Meeting

Wednesday, March 5

Free educational opportunity to be offered in Overbrook LYNDON, Kan. — The Frontier Extension District will host a free public meeting for poultry enthusiasts and aspiring backyard farmers on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Overbrook Public Library in Overbrook. The meeting... Read More.

Nebraska lawmakers considering bill to increase protections for meat and poultry workers

Thursday, February 27

Nebraska lawmakers are considering a bill that could increase protections for meatpacking and poultry workers during animal disease outbreaks. State Senator Dunixi Guereca is the bill’s sponsor. “This bill emerges from an urgent need to bridge meatpackers and agricultural production while ensuring, even during... Read More.

Red meat, poultry stocks fall in January

Wednesday, February 26

Red meat and poultry stocks tightened during January. That was due to changes in production and generally good demand. The USDA says the 893.726 million pounds of red meat in cold storage at the start of February were down 6% on the year, with... Read More.

Illinois stressing poultry biosecurity amidst avian flu outbreaks

Wednesday, February 26

The Illinois state veterinarian says poultry producers need to ensure strict biosecurity measures as the nation continues to deal with outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza. Dr. Mark Ernst says the state has confirmed four cases of the disease since late last year. “Had... Read More.