Wisconsin poultry flock owners are encouraged to take precautions as highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) continues to pose a threat to local flocks. UW-Madison Extension offers essential resources, including updates on confirmed cases, biosecurity guidelines, and reporting instructions. With migratory birds playing a role in spread of the virus, experts recommend limiting contact between domestic poultry and wild species, as well as practicing thorough disinfection and monitoring birds for symptoms.
The Avian Influenza in Wisconsin webpage serves as a hub for information about guidance from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP), USDA Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
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