MSU Extension Avian Influenza

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  Protect your small or backyard flock from diseases such as highly contagious avian influenza

  Published on February 25, 2022
  Learn biosecurity basics to keep your birds healthy.

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  Identify the signs of highly contagious avian influenza in your small or backyard flock

  Published on February 25, 2022
  Learn the symptoms of HPAI and strategies to keep your birds healthy.

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  Michigan identifies first case of highly pathogenic avian influenza; Poultry and bird owners urged to increase biosecurity efforts

  Published on February 24, 2022
  Currently, there is no public health or food safety concern for Michigan residents.

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  Deadly form of influenza found in two Canadian flocks - Poultry beware

  Published on January 19, 2022
  Detection of this disease s another reminder for everyone who owns poultry to practice strict biosecurity and of major concern for poultry producers along the Atlantic flyway.

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  MSU researchers part of $4.4 million grant to examine spread of infectious disease by migratory birds

  Published on December 17, 2020
  Researchers at Michigan State University are partnering with colleagues from the U.S. and four other countries to develop biosurveillance plans to monitor and prevent infectious disease spread by migratory birds.

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  Biosecurity—as easy as 1, 2, 3!

  Published on May 17, 2018
  Biosecurity related to 4-H projects is a matter of high priority. Taking simple precautions will protect animals, members and consumers.

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  How to recognize a sick bird

  Published on May 17, 2017
  People with backyard birds should be able to recognize when a bird is sick.

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  Make plans to practice livestock biosecurity at your fair

  Published on February 1, 2017
  Tips and best practices for preparing and handling biosecurity at your fair.

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  Youth animal science: Virology and bacteriology

  Published on July 5, 2016
  Take a deeper look at the science involved in animal production by exploring virology and bacteriology.

• Biosecurity for Your Birds trainings help you become the best defense against disease!

  Published on April 27, 2016
  Practicing proper biosecurity on your farm is the most effective way to help stop the spread of disease. Learn more about effective biosecurity efforts by attending a free upcoming training.