Mary Wilson
Well-known member
August 3, 2023 - To date, twenty-four flocks in New York State have tested positive for HPAI. The Department is working closely with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) on a joint incident response and is also collaborating with partners at the Department of Health and Department of Environmental Conservation.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the public health risk associated with these avian influenza detections remains low. As a reminder, the proper handling and cooking of poultry and eggs to an internal temperature of 165 ˚F kills bacteria and viruses. Birds from the affected flocks have not entered the food system. ...
Health
There are a variety of diseases that poultry owners should be aware of. These include:
https://agriculture.ny.gov/animals/poultry
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the public health risk associated with these avian influenza detections remains low. As a reminder, the proper handling and cooking of poultry and eggs to an internal temperature of 165 ˚F kills bacteria and viruses. Birds from the affected flocks have not entered the food system. ...
Health
There are a variety of diseases that poultry owners should be aware of. These include:
- Avian Influenza
- Virulent Newcastle Disease
https://agriculture.ny.gov/animals/poultry