Animals and Livestock News

Lactating dairy cattle from herds that have tested positive for Influenza A are not eligible for interstate movement for 30 days from the most recent collection of any sample that tests positive from any individual animal in the herd.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that grocery store milk has tested positive for H5N1 fragments. Retail milk study results indicate that the commercial milk supply is safe.

United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS) issued a federal order requiring premovement testing for lactating dairy cattle crossing state lines beginning Monday, April 29, 2024.

As we try to improve feed efficiency, it is useful to think about and minimize sources of energy loss from the animal.

Human infections with avian influenza A viruses are uncommon but have occurred sporadically worldwide. If you are working directly with cattle that have tested positive or are suspected to be infected and you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, please consult your physician.

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been found in two more states, Idaho and Michigan. The virus appears to have been introduced by wild birds. If your animals appear sick, contact your veterinarian.

HPAI infects birds but has been documented to infect mammals. The risk to the public is considered low and there is no concern about the safety of the commercial milk supply.

A juvenile goat has been confirmed to have Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in Stevens County, Minn.

(Now being held virtually.) Celebrate women in agriculture and raise awareness of issues and challenges they face in their work. 

When setting business goals for the year, have a clear vision of where you are going and how you are going to get there. You are more likely to achieve goals that are written down with a specific end in mind.