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For immediate release: October 8, 2025
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in Ottawa County Flock
LANSING, MI—Following an investigation by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD), the Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has detected the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a commercial flock from Ottawa County. This is the eighth case of HPAI in poultry from an Ottawa County flock since the virus was first detected in Michigan in 2022, and the third case detected in poultry in the county this year. Adhering to biosecurity measures and using personal protective equipment (PPE) continues to be vital in ensuring the health of Michigan’s domestic animals and the public.
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Reporting Possible Cases
For Domestic Birds
Domestic bird owners and caretakers should watch for multiple sudden deaths in the flock, a drop in egg production, a significant decrease in water consumption, diarrhea, sneezing/coughing, or an increase in sick birds. If avian influenza is suspected in domestic birds, contact MDARD immediately at 800-292-3939 (daytime) or 517-373-0440 (after-hours).
For Wild Birds
If anyone notices what appears to be unusual or unexplained deaths among wild bird populations, please report these cases to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) by:- Using the DNR’s Eyes in the Field app. Choose the “Diseased Wildlife” option among the selections for “Observation Forms.”
- Calling the DNR Wildlife Disease Laboratory at 517-336-5030.
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October 17, 2025
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in Ottawa County Flock
LANSING, MI—Following an investigation by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD), the Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has detected the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a backyard flock from Ottawa County. This is the ninth case of HPAI in poultry from an Ottawa County flock since the virus was first detected in Michigan in 2022, and the fourth case detected in poultry from the county this year. Adhering to biosecurity measures and using personal protective equipment (PPE) continue to be vital in helping ensure the health of Michigan’s domestic animals and the general public.
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Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in Ottawa County Flock
October 31, 2025
LANSING, MI—Following an investigation by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD), the Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has detected the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a commercial flock from Ottawa County. This is the tenth case of HPAI in poultry from an Ottawa County flock since the virus was first detected in Michigan in 2022, and the fifth case detected in poultry in the county this year. Adhering to biosecurity measures and using personal protective equipment (PPE) continues to be vital in ensuring the health of Michigan’s domestic animals and the public.
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For immediate release: November 5, 2025
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in Two Ottawa County Flocks
LANSING, MI—Following an investigation by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD), the Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has detected the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in two commercial flocks from Ottawa County. Since the virus was first found in Michigan in 2022, these latest detections bring the total number of HPAI cases in poultry from an Ottawa County flock to 12. Also, for 2025, seven cases of the disease were detected poultry from the county. Adhering to biosecurity measures and using personal protective equipment (PPE) continue to be vital in helping ensure the health of Michigan’s domestic animals and the general public.
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