Michigan Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Update

Michigan Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Update

LANSING, Mich. — In 2025, highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) was detected in 10 commercial poultry flocks and 12 backyard flocks throughout Michigan. The virus was not detected in any dairy cattle herds last year. While the number of cases of HPAI has decreased compared to 2024, the virus remains a top animal health concern for poultry, dairy cattle, and other domestic species, especially with the upcoming spring migration season for wild …

Extension Notes: Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in Kentucky: Officials Urge Vigilance Among Bird Owners

State agriculture officials have recently confirmed the presence of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in poultry flocks in three Kentucky counties (Jessamine, Fulton & Lawrence).   This is prompting renewed warnings for poultry owners to strengthen biosecurity and monitor their flocks closely. HPAI is a highly contagious viral disease that poses a severe threat to domesticated […]