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HPAI dairy herd infection case report

Published on May 24, 2024
What happens in a dairy herd with HPAI? What should I expect if my herd became infected? This case report describes what one farmer has faced since herd infection began.
New MSU research to explore influenza outbreak in cattle

Published on May 14, 2024
Support for the project will be provided through capacity funding from USDA NIFA and the Michigan Alliance for Animal Agriculture.
Staying safe in the milking parlor: Mitigating risk of HPAI infection

Published on May 10, 2024
Enhancing biosecurity practices in the milking parlor can mitigate the risk of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) infection in farm workers.
Testing dairy cows for HPAI

Published on May 9, 2024
On Monday, April 29, USDA required that all lactating cows being shipped across state lines have a negative test for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), what all does it mean and how does a farmer get that done?
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza - Current recommendations for beef producers

Published on May 8, 2024
HPAI has infected dairy cattle in Michigan and other states. Though no known infections have been reported in beef cattle, Michigan State University Extension recommends that beef producers be diligent in their biosecurity efforts.
Manure management practices in dairy herds to control disease

Published on April 22, 2024
Implementing biosecurity practices can help prevent the spread of HPAI.
Humans cannot get avian influenza from commercial milk or properly cooked poultry and eggs

Published on April 19, 2024
Safe handling and cooking practices can help eliminate the risk of avian influenza.
Myths and facts about raw milk

Published on April 4, 2024
Many people deny health dangers of drinking raw milk, and even promote it as a healthy practice. Exploring the facts is important to prevent foodborne illness.
Biosecurity recommendations for dairy and beef cattle operations

Published on April 3, 2024
Producers are reminded to review their farm’s biosecurity practices, paying close attention to management procedures when dealing with suspected sick cows.
Dairy and beef cattle operations should review their biosecurity plans

Published on March 29, 2024
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) found in Michigan dairy herd, pasteurized milk remains safe to drink.