Oct 27
Animal health specialists with Oklahoma State University Extension caution poultry producers to protect their flocks after highly pathogenic avian influenza was confirmed in a wild swan and a resident Canada goose in Tulsa County last week. Signs and symptoms include: • Coughing and sneezing • Nasal discharge • Diarrhea • Difficulty breathing • Extreme depression …
Oct 03
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) represents a significant and cyclical biological threat to the U.S. poultry and livestock industries, primarily due to the migration of wild birds. The primary threat vector is identified as coming from Canada. Disease Protocol and Impact The presence of HPAI necessitates strict, immediate response protocols due to its highly contagious …
Apr 14
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) continues efforts on many fronts to mitigate the latest outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in the United States. This pervasive virus is carried in wild, migratory birds and typically peaks in the spring and summer months in the United States. As part of USDA’s commitment to …
