Michigan’s first 2026 case of bird flu found in Ottawa County backyard flock

Michigan’s first 2026 case of bird flu found in Ottawa County backyard flock

OTTAWA COUNTY – Bird flu has been detected in an Ottawa County backyard poultry flock, the first case found in Michigan in 2026.

Michigan reports first HPAI case of 2026 in backyard flock

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has confirmed the first case of highly pathogenic avian influenza of the year. The state says the backyard flock in Ottawa County comes after a three-month break, with the last case reported in November. State Veterinarian Dr. Nora Wineland says even with the cold temperatures, the virus […] The post Michigan reports first HPAI case of 2026 in backyard flock appeared first on Brownfiel…