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Bird Flu update for 08-24-2024
AMES, Iowa — Amidst the picturesque backdrop of serene farmland where cows graze leisurely, a highly unusual viral outbreak is rewriting the norms of animal disease transmission as bird flu unexpecte…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Bird Flu update for 08-23-2024
In central Iowa, a seemingly ordinary farm has become the focal point of the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) innovative efforts to combat the unusual outbreak of bird flu infecting c…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Bird Flu update for 08-22-2024
Young participants in 4-H programs across the United States are facing significant disappointment as bird flu restrictions severely limit opportunities to showcase their livestock at local and region…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Bird Flu update for 08-21-2024
In response to the escalating threat posed by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), Representative Randy Feenstra has urged the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to initiate a strate…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Bird Flu update for 08-21-2024
In an unprecedented move, organizers of the State Fair have announced significant changes to the popular Miracles of Birth exhibit in response to growing concerns around bird flu. This year, the exhi…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Bird Flu update for 08-20-2024
In a challenging turn of events, the widespread outbreak of bird flu, which is now affecting mammals, has led to significant modifications and even cancellations of numerous fairs across the United S…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Bird Flu update for 08-19-2024
Egg prices have surged across the board, primarily driven by the ongoing disruptions caused by widespread outbreaks of bird flu. This recent spike in prices illustrates the enduring challenges facing…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Bird Flu update for 08-17-2024
In an alarming development across the United States, the bird flu has been reported to be spreading among cattle populations in several states, signaling a new phase in the disease's transmission whi…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Bird Flu update for 08-16-2024
In a recent series of comprehensive tests, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given consumers the all-clear regarding the safety of pasteurized milk products in relation to the risk of avian …
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Bird Flu update for 08-15-2024
In November 2023, a startling incident in Sao Jose do Norte, Brazil, underscored the ongoing threat of bird flu and prompted concerns about global preparedness for pandemic threats. During an outbrea…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago