Articles tagged under: HPAI
Senate Ag Subcommittee Talks Bovine Influenza
Published April 16, 2024
During a recent Senate Committee on Appropriations meeting, Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack spoke about the effects of the H1N1 virus on the Ag industry and trade. "We've made a concerted effort to reach out to our trade partners and we've…Uncertainty Sends Cattle Futures South
Published April 7, 2024
A handful of states have confirmed the presence of HPAI in dairy cattle. The uncertainty surrounding avian influenza sent cattle futures lower. "It seems like every time we get really enthused about the fundamental bull story in cattle we run…MN House Ag Committee Update on HPAI
Published April 6, 2024
The Minnesota House Agriculture Committee heard an update on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza after the virus has infected dairy cattle, goats, and one human. Minnesota Board of Animal Health Executive Director Dr. Brian Hoefs says their agency is working with…Safety Precautions Advised
Published April 5, 2024
With HPAI expanding from juvenile goats to dairy cattle to a person, additional safety precautions are advised. Great Plains Center for Agricultural Health Director Renee Anthony said this may be an isolated case, "but, we really need to be prepared…HPAI Reviewed in Ag Committee
Published April 3, 2024
Following the recent confirmation of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in dairy cattle, goats and a person, the Minnesota House Agriculture Committee got an update on the virus. Minnesota Board of Animal Health Executive Director Dr. Brian Hoefs said the agency…NE Closed to Dairy Cattle Imports Without Permit
Published April 3, 2024
Due to HPAI, Nebraska authorities are now monitoring the movement of dairy cattle into the state. All female breeding cattle coming into Nebraska must obtain a permit from the Nebraska Department of Agriculture. The order is in place through April.HPAI Identified in Dairy Cattle
Published March 26, 2024
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza was confirmed in a Minnesota goat March 20. Now, the disease has been identified in three Texas and one Kansas dairy herd. USDA emphasizes there is no threat to human health and all milk and dairy…Legislators to Get an Update on HPAI
Published March 1, 2024
Poultry Day at the State Capitol will be held March 12 in St. Paul. The Minnesota Turkey Growers Association and the Chicken and Egg Association of Minnesota are working together on this legislative event. "We spent a lot of time between…Warm Winter Impact on Migration and HPAI
Published February 20, 2024
The last confirmed case of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Minnesota was found in October. State Veterinarian Dr. Brian Hoefs told the Minnesota Senate Ag Committee the Board of Animal Health is still ready for any outbreak that may occur…