A Recurring Threat to Animal Health Avian influenza remains a seasonal challenge for poultry producers, hatcheries, and integrated operations. Outbreak risk intensifies during the spring and autumn migration cycles, when wild birds introduce virus pressure across broad geographic corridors. Facilities that prepare early are better positioned to preserve flock health, maintain operational continuity, and safeguard […]
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Stop Avian Influenza in Its Tracks: Prevention is Protection
Last week the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) confirmed the presence of a highly pathogenic strain of avian influenza in a commercial turkey flock in Chesterfield County, South Carolina. Avian Influenza is easily transferred through foot traffic and equipment movement. Are you using effective entry-way pathogen control?