Prevent Avian Influenza at Your Farm
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is working closely with State and local officials and industry experts to assist poultry producers in the surveillance, reporting, and control of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Experts are still evaluating how HPAI is spreading in the United States.
The best way to prevent HPAI at your farm is by consistently using appropriate biosecurity measures. Here is a factsheet with simple wildlife management practices.
HPAIFactsheet (pdf; 783KB)
Upcoming Events
Hands-On Calving Training - Yates County
August 7, 2024 : Hands-On Calving Training - Yates County
Benton, NY
To assist or not to assist? That is (one of) the questions dairy farm personnel have while working in the maternity area on a farm.
This workshop will teach best calving management practices to minimize stillbirth rates and improve calf and cow health during and directly after the calving process.
Hands-On Calving Training - Genesee County
August 8, 2024 : Hands-On Calving Training - Genesee County (English)
Batavia, NY
To assist or not to assist? That is (one of) the questions dairy farm personnel have while working in the maternity area on a farm.
This workshop will teach best calving management practices to minimize stillbirth rates and improve calf and cow health during and directly after the calving process.
August 8, 2024 : Hands-On Calving Training - Genesee County (Spanish)
Batavia, NY
Hands-On Calving Training -Livingston County
August 14, 2024 : Hands-On Calving Training - Livingston County (English)
Pavilion, NY
To assist or not to assist? That is (one of) the questions dairy farm personnel have while working in the maternity area on a farm.
This workshop will teach best calving management practices to minimize stillbirth rates and improve calf and cow health during and directly after the calving process.