The Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) continues to monitor the detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus in dairy cattle. HPAI has been detected in lactating dairy cattle in Texas, New Mexico, Kansas, Michigan, and Idaho. At this...
In a groundbreaking collaboration, Merck Animal Health has forged an agreement with Cambridge Technologies, a leading custom vaccine company headquartered in Worthington, Minnesota, to introduce innovative autogenous poultry vaccines to the U.S. market.
Cambridge Technologies, renowned for its utilization of...
The number of broiler flocks positive for Campylobacter in Norway increased in 2023 but is still at low levels, according to the latest data.
Surveillance in 2023 showed that 128 flocks, or 6.1 percent, were positive for Campylobacter.
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Salmonellosis (Salmonella) is very difficult to control in poultry flocks and can lead to devastating economic losses for poultry producers. Managing the disease requires a 360º approach. The Kemin Poultry Triple Check program is a holistic approach to bird health,...
Japan's animal health agency recently confirmed the presence of the H5N1 highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus at another farm, marking a resurgence in the country's poultry industry. The outbreak, occurring more than a month after the previous one,...
Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a rare but serious autoimmune disorder that affects the peripheral nervous system. It can lead to muscle weakness, paralysis, and, in severe cases, respiratory failure. While the exact cause of GBS remains elusive, there have...
The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service confirmed that Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) was behind the recent illness affecting older dairy cows in Texas, Kansas, and New Mexico. Symptoms included decreased lactation and reduced appetite. Investigations involve...
After months of stringent measures and diligent efforts by Belgian food safety authorities, Belgium has emerged triumphant in its battle against avian influenza. The Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (AFSCA) proudly announced that Belgium has...
Pennsylvania poultry producers have yet another respiratory disease to watch for in their birds.
Avian metapneumovirus surfaced in the state around January.
Sherrill Davison, an avian pathologist at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, has seen cases in layers,...
The National Turkey Federation (NTF) announced today that Leslee Oden has been named NTF President & CEO and will assume the leadership position in July when current President & CEO Joel Brandenberger retires after 17 years as head of...