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North Dakota - Avian flu in poultry 2024-2026
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Pathfinder
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Avian influenza confirmed in Stutsman County backyard flock
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Thursday, April 24, 2025
BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Agriculture has received confirmation of the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a backyard chicken flock in Stutsman County from the North Dakota State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.
The State Board of Animal Health and the North Dakota Department of Agriculture are working closely with USDA-APHIS and local officials in the response. The premises has been quarantined and the flock is being depopulated to prevent the spread of the disease. Domestic birds in a 10 km control zone around the affected farm are being contacted and monitored to help prevent the spread of HPAI. Birds from the flock will not enter the food system.
The detection triggers the suspension of commingling poultry/bird events both in Stutsman County and birds from Stutsman County. If no new cases emerge in 30 days, the suspension will be automatically lifted for that county.
There is no immediate public health concern due to this finding. The risk to people from HPAI is low despite the disease often causing mortality for birds. Human cases of HPAI in the U.S. are extremely rare and no human cases have been detected in North Dakota.
“The HPAI virus continues to circulate in wild birds. Waterfowl continue to be the primary concern, but any wild birds can potentially spread the virus,” State Veterinarian Dr. Ethan Andress said. “Remember to restrict access to property, keep wild birds away from other birds and practice enhanced biosecurity. Birds should be kept indoors, especially during the spring and fall migration.”
“This is the first case of HPAI in poultry in the state this year,” said Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring. “Protecting our North Dakota producers, who raise approximately 1 million commercial birds annually, and our many backyard bird owners is high priority.”
Avian influenza exists in many wild birds and can be transmitted by contact with infected birds or ingestion of infected food and water.
More information about avian influenza is available at www.ndda.nd.gov/avian-influenza and from the USDA-APHIS at www.aphis.usda.gov. Subsequent detections of HPAI in North Dakota will be posted on www.ndda.nd.gov/hpai.
https://www.ndda.nd.gov/news/avian-influenza-confirmed-stutsman-county-backyard-flock
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Thursday, April 24, 2025
BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Agriculture has received confirmation of the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a backyard chicken flock in Stutsman County from the North Dakota State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.
The State Board of Animal Health and the North Dakota Department of Agriculture are working closely with USDA-APHIS and local officials in the response. The premises has been quarantined and the flock is being depopulated to prevent the spread of the disease. Domestic birds in a 10 km control zone around the affected farm are being contacted and monitored to help prevent the spread of HPAI. Birds from the flock will not enter the food system.
The detection triggers the suspension of commingling poultry/bird events both in Stutsman County and birds from Stutsman County. If no new cases emerge in 30 days, the suspension will be automatically lifted for that county.
There is no immediate public health concern due to this finding. The risk to people from HPAI is low despite the disease often causing mortality for birds. Human cases of HPAI in the U.S. are extremely rare and no human cases have been detected in North Dakota.
“The HPAI virus continues to circulate in wild birds. Waterfowl continue to be the primary concern, but any wild birds can potentially spread the virus,” State Veterinarian Dr. Ethan Andress said. “Remember to restrict access to property, keep wild birds away from other birds and practice enhanced biosecurity. Birds should be kept indoors, especially during the spring and fall migration.”
“This is the first case of HPAI in poultry in the state this year,” said Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring. “Protecting our North Dakota producers, who raise approximately 1 million commercial birds annually, and our many backyard bird owners is high priority.”
Avian influenza exists in many wild birds and can be transmitted by contact with infected birds or ingestion of infected food and water.
More information about avian influenza is available at www.ndda.nd.gov/avian-influenza and from the USDA-APHIS at www.aphis.usda.gov. Subsequent detections of HPAI in North Dakota will be posted on www.ndda.nd.gov/hpai.
https://www.ndda.nd.gov/news/avian-influenza-confirmed-stutsman-county-backyard-flock
Pathfinder
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Commonground
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Monday, May 26, 2025
Import of poultry meat and products from Kidder County of State of North Dakota in US suspended
The Centre for Food Safety (CFS) of the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department announced today (May 26) that in view of a notification from the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) about an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza in Kidder County of the State of North Dakota in the United States (US), the CFS has instructed the trade to suspend the import of poultry meat and products (including poultry eggs) from the area with immediate effect to protect public health in Hong Kong.
A CFS spokesman said that according to the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong imported about 12 290 tonnes of chilled and frozen poultry meat, and about 1.19 million poultry eggs from the US in the first three months of this year.
"The CFS has contacted the American authority over the issue and will closely monitor information issued by the WOAH and the relevant authorities on the avian influenza outbreak. Appropriate action will be taken in response to the development of the situation," the spokesman said.
https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202505/26/P2025052600615.htm
Import of poultry meat and products from Kidder County of State of North Dakota in US suspended
The Centre for Food Safety (CFS) of the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department announced today (May 26) that in view of a notification from the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) about an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza in Kidder County of the State of North Dakota in the United States (US), the CFS has instructed the trade to suspend the import of poultry meat and products (including poultry eggs) from the area with immediate effect to protect public health in Hong Kong.
A CFS spokesman said that according to the Census and Statistics Department, Hong Kong imported about 12 290 tonnes of chilled and frozen poultry meat, and about 1.19 million poultry eggs from the US in the first three months of this year.
"The CFS has contacted the American authority over the issue and will closely monitor information issued by the WOAH and the relevant authorities on the avian influenza outbreak. Appropriate action will be taken in response to the development of the situation," the spokesman said.
https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202505/26/P2025052600615.htm
Commonground
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Avian Influenza in North Dakota
North Dakota Department of Agriculture
Latest: 8/30/25, Dickey County
With the recent detections of the Eurasian H5 strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in wild birds and domestic poultry in the United States, bird owners should review their biosecurity practices and stay vigilant to protect poultry and pet birds from this disease. The North Dakota Department of Agriculture is working closely with USDA-APHIS on surveillance, reporting and control efforts.
https://www.ndda.nd.gov/divisions/a...akota?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
North Dakota Department of Agriculture
Latest: 8/30/25, Dickey County
With the recent detections of the Eurasian H5 strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in wild birds and domestic poultry in the United States, bird owners should review their biosecurity practices and stay vigilant to protect poultry and pet birds from this disease. The North Dakota Department of Agriculture is working closely with USDA-APHIS on surveillance, reporting and control efforts.
https://www.ndda.nd.gov/divisions/a...akota?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
Commonground
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Avian flu found in North Dakota, South Dakota turkeys
SEPTEMBER 3, 2025
Excerpt:
The North Dakota Department of Agriculture said Wednesday that bird flu had been confirmed Saturday at a turkey farm in Dickey County, near the South Dakota state line.
“After a quiet summer, it’s not unexpected that we have another case of HPAI as birds are gathering to begin the fall migration,” North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring said in a news release.
Dr. Ethan Andress, state veterinarian in North Dakota, said 60,000 birds had to be destroyed in Dickey County.
Andress said that because large flocks of waterfowl, such as snow geese, are not yet migrating south over the Dakotas, it may be an indication that the virus was spread from local waterfowl.
https://northdakotamonitor.com/briefs/avian-flu-found-in-north-dakota-south-dakota-turkeys/
SEPTEMBER 3, 2025
Excerpt:
The North Dakota Department of Agriculture said Wednesday that bird flu had been confirmed Saturday at a turkey farm in Dickey County, near the South Dakota state line.
“After a quiet summer, it’s not unexpected that we have another case of HPAI as birds are gathering to begin the fall migration,” North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring said in a news release.
Dr. Ethan Andress, state veterinarian in North Dakota, said 60,000 birds had to be destroyed in Dickey County.
Andress said that because large flocks of waterfowl, such as snow geese, are not yet migrating south over the Dakotas, it may be an indication that the virus was spread from local waterfowl.
https://northdakotamonitor.com/briefs/avian-flu-found-in-north-dakota-south-dakota-turkeys/
Pathfinder
Editor, Senior Moderator
Commonground
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The Latest on HPAI Confirmations in Commercial and Backyard Flocks
With the recent detections of the Eurasian H5 strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in wild birds and domestic poultry in the United States, bird owners should review their biosecurity practices and stay vigilant to protect poultry and pet birds from this disease. The North Dakota Department of Agriculture is working closely with USDA-APHIS on surveillance, reporting and control efforts.
Click on image to enlarge
HPAI Poultry/Bird Event Restrictions Map
Restrictions related to Co-mingling events in counties with an active control zone and for birds and producers residing within counties or any county that is affected by an active control zone.
How HPAI cases are identified and announced:
There are several steps involved in confirming a poultry flock is positive for a highly pathogenic strain of avian influenza. Here is an outline of the process, which includes timing of public notification:
A poultry producer or backyard flock owner notices unexplained death loss or other signs of illness in his/her birds.
The individual notifies their veterinarian or an animal health official.
Samples are collected from the birds on the premises.
Samples are submitted to the North Dakota State University (NDSU) Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory for preliminary testing.
The NDSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory determines if the samples are positive for an H5 or H7 influenza virus.
If samples are positive for an H5 or H7 virus, they are considered as presumptive positives and are forwarded to the National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) in Ames, Iowa. NVSL is the only laboratory in the United States that is authorized to officially confirm the presence of a HPAI and identify the specific strain of virus.
Once NVSL confirms HPAI, the USDA posts updates on its website.
MORE INFORMATION ON AVIAN INFLUENZA
Flock Owner Support
Farmers/ranchers and their family members experience pressure from all directions. We urge anyone struggling mentally or financially from this HPAI outbreak to reach out for assistance if needed:
Call 211: a statewide 24-hour helpline
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
Reach out to a loved one, friend or clergy member
Refer yourself or anyone you have concerns about to a local health-care provider or local mental health professional.
Visit the NDSU Managing Stress Hub for more information and resources.
https://www.ndda.nd.gov/divisions/a...akota?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
With the recent detections of the Eurasian H5 strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in wild birds and domestic poultry in the United States, bird owners should review their biosecurity practices and stay vigilant to protect poultry and pet birds from this disease. The North Dakota Department of Agriculture is working closely with USDA-APHIS on surveillance, reporting and control efforts.
Click on image to enlarge
HPAI Poultry/Bird Event Restrictions Map
Restrictions related to Co-mingling events in counties with an active control zone and for birds and producers residing within counties or any county that is affected by an active control zone.
How HPAI cases are identified and announced:
There are several steps involved in confirming a poultry flock is positive for a highly pathogenic strain of avian influenza. Here is an outline of the process, which includes timing of public notification:
A poultry producer or backyard flock owner notices unexplained death loss or other signs of illness in his/her birds.
The individual notifies their veterinarian or an animal health official.
Samples are collected from the birds on the premises.
Samples are submitted to the North Dakota State University (NDSU) Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory for preliminary testing.
The NDSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory determines if the samples are positive for an H5 or H7 influenza virus.
If samples are positive for an H5 or H7 virus, they are considered as presumptive positives and are forwarded to the National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) in Ames, Iowa. NVSL is the only laboratory in the United States that is authorized to officially confirm the presence of a HPAI and identify the specific strain of virus.
Once NVSL confirms HPAI, the USDA posts updates on its website.
MORE INFORMATION ON AVIAN INFLUENZA
Flock Owner Support
Farmers/ranchers and their family members experience pressure from all directions. We urge anyone struggling mentally or financially from this HPAI outbreak to reach out for assistance if needed:
Call 211: a statewide 24-hour helpline
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
Reach out to a loved one, friend or clergy member
Refer yourself or anyone you have concerns about to a local health-care provider or local mental health professional.
Visit the NDSU Managing Stress Hub for more information and resources.
https://www.ndda.nd.gov/divisions/a...akota?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
Pathfinder
Editor, Senior Moderator
Pathfinder
Editor, Senior Moderator
Commonground
Senior Moderator
The Latest on HPAI Confirmations in Commercial and Backyard Flocks
With the recent detections of the Eurasian H5 strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in wild birds and domestic poultry in the United States, bird owners should review their biosecurity practices and stay vigilant to protect poultry and pet birds from this disease. The North Dakota Department of Agriculture is working closely with USDA-APHIS on surveillance, reporting and control efforts.
https://www.ndda.nd.gov/divisions/a...akota?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
With the recent detections of the Eurasian H5 strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in wild birds and domestic poultry in the United States, bird owners should review their biosecurity practices and stay vigilant to protect poultry and pet birds from this disease. The North Dakota Department of Agriculture is working closely with USDA-APHIS on surveillance, reporting and control efforts.