Know the state of your flocks
The states with wild bird positives (297 cases) now include Maine, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Delaware, New Jersey, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Kentucky, and Alabama. While there are currently only three confirmed cases, it is anticipated that there will be many more. The update will leave ample time for Q&A - bring your questions! Topics covered include symptoms of the disease, keeping your poultry safe, and what will happen if the disease is found in your flock or a flock near you. This event is for Small Production Flocks as well as Backyard/Hobby Flocks. Chad Wall, Field Veterinarian for NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets, for this webinar to learn about the current outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, the threat it poses to NYS poultry production. Join Cornell Cooperative Extension and Dr.
Please show solidarity with your fellow flock owners by educating yourself and reporting signs of flock illness following the information below.ĬCE Flock Talks Presents: HPAI in New York The good news is that you can get compensation for the birds killed as a result of HPAI, and the information you report about a sick flock will not be shared to any other agency. But this one could destroy the businesses of any poultry farmers around you, and could mean the loss of many backyard flocks too.
We know, another pandemic, and you’re already sick and tired of dealing with the human pandemic. If you’ve seen higher-than-usual mortality in your flock lately, or signs of respiratory illness in your birds, please read on to learn more about Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI).