Wildlife experts in Manitoba are trying to make sense of an unusually high number of Canada goose deaths across several communities this fall. While avian influenza is a known threat, researchers say the scale of mortality is surprising given that many birds[...]
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Bird Flu confirmed in Dickey County
After a quiet summer, bird flu is back in the news. North Dakota has confirmed cases of avian influenza in a commercial turkey flock in Dickey County—the first such outbreak in the U.S. since early July. Officials are monitoring birds in the[...]
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Bird Flu Confirmed in Stutsman County backyard flock
BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Agriculture has received confirmation of the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a backyard chicken flock in Stutsman County from the North Dakota State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. The State Board of Animal[...]
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Poll: Americans concerned about bird flu effects on wallets over health
West Virginians are more concerned about bird flu’s effect on grocery costs rather than health implications, and Republican voters are more likely to distrust Centers for Disease Control and Prevention information about the virus, according to a new poll from the health policy research[...]
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This is why Canada has plenty of eggs — and the U.S. doesn’t
Egg prices in the U.S. have soared, and the government is searching for solutions. Just across the border, Canada seems to have cracked the code—its egg supply remains steady and affordable. The difference? Smaller farms, a tightly managed supply system, and fewer[...]
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Wholesale egg prices are going down. How soon will it affect your grocery bill?
After months of soaring egg prices, there’s hope on the horizon for shoppers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports a steady drop in wholesale egg prices, thanks to a lull in bird flu outbreaks. While this price reduction may not be reflected[...]
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Barriers to tracking bird flu mount amid federal changes
Cases of avian flu in humans are rising across the U.S., with at least 67 infections and one death. While poultry and dairy farm workers remain most at risk, health experts warn that inconsistent testing could be masking a larger problem. With[...]
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New avian flu plan hatched by USDA, Experts Weigh In
The U.S. is shifting its approach to avian flu, but experts aren’t convinced it will work. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has announced a $1 billion plan to strengthen farm biosecurity and invest in a poultry vaccine—moving away from the long-standing practice of[...]
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Industrial farming in NC, US becomes breeding ground for bird flu
Industrial farming practices could be boosting the spread of bird flu. Avian influenza has been detected in poultry across the country, including in North Carolina, where 3.3 million birds had to be culled because of the disease at one farm alone in January.[...]
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Bismarck revisits backyard chicken ordinance
Bismarck is once again debating whether backyard chickens should be allowed within city limits. Currently, only rural residential areas permit small flocks, but growing public interest has city leaders reconsidering. Supporters highlight the benefits of fresh eggs and food security, while opponents[...]
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First Outbreak of Highly Pathogenic H5N9 Reported in U.S. Ducks
A new strain of bird flu, called highly pathogenic H5N9, has been identified at a duck farm in California. This marks the first U.S. detection of this particular H5N9 variant, distinguishing it from the more common H5N1 strain that has been associated[...]
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Watch: What’s Going on with Bird Flu?
It’s not time to panic; it’s time to be warned and informed. Bird flu is back in the headlines, sparking conversations about potential pandemic threats. While concerns about viral mutations can provoke worry, it’s essential to sift through the noise. Recent discussions[...]
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134M poultry and counting: Interactive charts show hardest-hit counties in bird flu crisis
The latest data from the CDC and USDA show the continued devastating effects of bird flu outbreaks across the United States – with Iowa, the nation’s leading egg producer, suffering substantial losses. Since November 2023, more than 12.1 million poultry birds have[...]
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Mega-Farms Are Driving the Threat of Bird Flu
On the fringes of California’s dairy country, where copper-hued mountains frame sprawling farms, a silent threat looms: bird flu. Already devastating the state’s poultry and dairy industries, this highly pathogenic virus has jumped from wild birds to cows, with alarming implications for[...]
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Area Backyard Flocks Host First ND Bird Flu Cases This Year
Two backyard chicken flocks in Bottineau and McHenry Counties (both are near Minot) have tested positive for bird flu. A third case in Ransome county was also confirmed. The sites have been quarantined, and the flocks “depopulated.” The full news release from[...]
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Bird flu found in Wyoming dairy cows
Hopefully you can read this news without starting a panic or rolling your eyes. The CDC is watching the current outbreak of bird flu carefully, but it is spreading slowly. Recently, a dairy operation in Wyoming had cows test positive. This marks[...]