Information Hub - Avian Influenza in Dairy Cows

Avian Influenza (HPAI) in Dairy Cows - Information Hub - Resources and News

LAST UPDATE: December 19, 2024 - 19:03 PM CST

HPAI (Avian Influenza) in Dairy Cows – RESOURCES and NEWSUPDATING AS INFORMATION IS RELEASED

Since March of 2024, we have been carefully monitoring news stories and information regarding the initial outbreak and spread of HPAI in dairies for our clients. Since this is a developing situation, we felt it would be helpful for producers to have easy access to information in one place.

Therefore, we have put together a list of articles and resources and will update this list as needed.

Information:

  • Oregon Department of Agriculture:Oregon is one of six states to begin testing milk for H5N1 Avian Influenza HERE

  • USDA APHIS: USDA Announces New Federal Order, Begins National Milk Testing Strategy to Address H5N1 in Dairy Herds New Federal Order Will Require National Milk Testing and Support State Officials and Dairy Regulators; Builds on Actions to Protect Farms, Farmworkers and Communities from H5N1 Avian Influenza HERE

  • EPA Resources for Avian Influenza HERE

  • USDA APHIS: The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Drug Administration, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and State veterinary and public health officials are investigating cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in dairy cows. HERE

  • USDA APHIS: HPAI Confirmed Cases in Livestock Situational Update HERE

  • Oregon Department of Agriculture News Release: Detections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Backyard Livestock HERE

  • Colorado State Veterinarian Requires Commercial Dairies to Test for HPAI HERE Notice of Order HERE

  • USDA to Begin Accepting Applications for Expanded Emergency Livestock Assistance Program to Help Dairy Producers Offset Milk Loss Due to H5N1- Link HERE

  • USDA’s $824M in Funding to Address H5N1- "On May 31, The U.S. Department of Agriculture is making $824 million available to its Animal and Plant Health Inspection agency for “critical rapid response activities” related to the avian influenza outbreak in dairy cows" - Link HERE

  • USDA/APHIS Announcement Regarding H5N1 Beef Safety - "On May 1, NVSL reported that all samples tested negative for H5N1. These results reaffirm that the meat supply is safe." - Link HERE

  • FEDERAL ORDER - EFFECTIVE APRIL 29, 2024 - Mandatory Testing for Interstate Movement of Dairy Cattle and Mandatory Reporting - Link HERE
  • APHIS Requirements and Recommendations for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 Virus in Livestock For State Animal Health Officials, Accredited Veterinarians and Producers April 26, 2024 - Link HERE
  • Keep Updated with the Latest Announcements from USDA / APHIS: HERE
  • APHIS FAQ - Detection of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Dairy Herds: Frequently Asked Questions HERE
  • USDA / APHIS Information HPAI in Cattle: HERE
  • FDA- Questions and Answers Regarding Milk Safety During Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Outbreaks HERE
  • April 27 - Press Release by Colorado Department of Agriculture regarding HPAI in dairy cattle confirmed in Colorado - Plus additional information HERE
  • April 17 Article by the University of Minnesota - USDA Scientists Weigh Avian Flu Vaccine for Cows HERE
  • April 12 Press Release from South Dakota Animal Industry Board - Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in South Dakota Dairy Herd HERE
  • April 10 Press Release from North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services - High Path Avian Influenza detected in North Carolina Dairy Herd HERE
  • April 3rd Press Release from Ohio Department of Agriculture - Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in Ohio Dairy Herd - -
  • April 2nd Press Release from USDA / APHIS - "To date, USDA has confirmed the detection of HPAI in dairy herds in Texas (7) Kansas (2), Michigan (1), and New Mexico (1)" HERE
  • April 1st Press Release from USDA / APHIS HERE
  • April 1st Press Release from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( CDC ) - Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A (H5N1) Virus Infection Reported in a Person in the U.S. - CDC’s Risk Assessment for the General Public Remains Low HERE
  • March 29 Press Release from USDA / APHIS HERE
  • American Veterinary Medical Association ( AVMA ) Press Release: HERE
  • Texas Animal Health Commission Press Release (3-26-2024): HERE
  • Idaho State Department of Agriculture Information: HERE
  • Information Provided by Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine - Sample List for Suspect Cattle: HERE
  • Joint Dairy Organization Statement on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Cows (3-25-2024) – National Milk Producers Federation, International Dairy Foods Association, the U.S. Dairy Export Council, and Dairy Management Inc: HERE

Articles:

  • CDC confirms nation’s first severe H5N1 infection of human HERE
  • USDA issues order for raw milk samples nationwide to be tested for bird flu Raw samples nationwide will now be collected and shared with the U.S. Department of Agriculture in order to test for bird flu HERE
  • HPAI roundup: Tenn. outbreaks, more Calif. cows, raw milk warnings HERE
  • First US child case of H5N1 confirmed. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed the first human infection of avian influenza A(H5N1) in a child in the United States. HERE
  • Canada reports first human H5 infection as poultry outbreaks continue HERE
  • Latest H5N1 efforts involve milk supply tests, new human cases HERE
  • Bird flu is spreading rapidly among California dairy cows. Will milk prices rise? HERE

  • California’s first bird flu cases in dairy cows magnifies production risks. Avian influenza has reached the top milk producing state in the nation, raising concerns about a lack of testing among farms. HERE

  • Michigan reports first HPAI in any species since July HERE

  • FSIS to monitor beef for H5N1 HERE

  • H5N1 Spread Still Uncertain-Transmission Source of H5N1 Flu Still Unknown: HERE

  • Biosecurity Can Help Keep Cattle Safe; Biosecurity Plan Can Help Protect Dairy, Beef Cattle Herds From H5N1: HERE

  • Oklahoma becomes 13th state to confirm HPAI in dairy cows: HERE

  • Colorado dairy farmworker is the 4th human case of HPAI: HERE

  • Iowa Tests Nearby Dairy Farms for H5N1-Iowa Testing Nearby Dairy Farms When H5N1 Found; Fair Exhibitors Must Be Tested: HERE

  • Inside the dairies with bird flu: What farms’ experiences say about the need for biosecurity: HERE

  • The Millennial Ag Podcast Ep 163: Avian Influenza in Dairy Cows - The Lowdown

    - Discussion with Dr Scott Lively, DVM, state veterinarian Idaho Department of Agriculture about HPAI in dairy cattle in ID. Link HERE

  • Article in Agriculture Dive (6-11-2024) - Wyoming becomes the 12th state to report bird flu in dairy cows: HERE
  • Article in Progressive Farmer (6-6-2024) - Minnesota and Iowa now have each confirmed new cases of H5N1 avian influenza in dairy herds. HERE
  • Article in Agriculture Dive (4-24-2024) - FDA finds Bird Flu Virus Remnants - The Federal Agency Still Considers Commercial Milk Supply Safe HERE
  • Article in Progressive Farmer (4-9-2024) - Bovine Veterinary Group Names Illness HERE
  • Article in Agriculture Dive (4-8-2024) - Contaminated milk equipment potential source of bird flu spread to cattle: USDA HERE
  • Article in Progressive Farmer (4-3-2024) - Ohio Dairy Tests Positive for HPAI; Third State Linked to Texas Farms HERE
  • Article in Progressive Farmer (4-2-2024) - Person Infected with Bird Flu in Texas HERE
  • Article by AGDaily (4-01-2024) - Bird flu continues to spread on U.S. dairies to Michigan and Idaho HERE
  • Article in Dairy Herd Management (3-28-2024) – APHIS Now Thinks Wild Birds Are to Blame for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza’s Arrival on Four US Dairies: HERE
  • Interview with Jamie Jonker, Chief Science Officer for the National Milk Producers Federation: HERE
  • Article in Progressive Farmer (3-28-2024): HERE
  • Article in Progressive Farmer on Market Impact (3-27-2024): HERE
  • Article in Progressive Farmer (3-25-2024): HERE
  • Article in Progressive Dairy (3-25-2024): HERE

Biosecurity Information:

  • National Dairy Farm.com Biosecurity Information: HERE
  • Biosecurity Information from Secure Milk Supply HERE
  • USDA / APHIS Information About Wild Bird Populations, Improving Biosecurity with Wildlife Management Practices, and More: HERE
  • Beef Quality Assurance ( BQA ) Biosecurity Information: HERE
  • Additional BQA forms and biosecurity templates can be found HERE

Downloadable Resources - See Bottom of Page:

  • Colorado State Veterinarian HPAI Testing Order
  • APHIS Requirements and Recommendations for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 Virus in Livestock For State Animal Health Officials, Accredited Veterinarians and Producers (April 26, 2024)
  • APHIS FAQ - Detection of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Dairy Herds: Frequently Asked Questions
  • APHIS – Improving Biosecurity with Wildlife Management Practices: Preventing Access to Barns and Other Facilities
  • APHIS - APHIS Recommendations for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 Virus in Livestock For Workers
  • APHIS - APHIS Recommendations for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 Virus in Livestock For State Animal Health Officials, Accredited Veterinarians and Producers
  • National Milk Producers Federation Recommendations in English and Spanish
  • Improving Biosecurity with Wildlife Management Practices: Reducing Water Access
  • Improving Biosecurity with Wildlife Management Practices: Protecting Food Resources
  • Prevent Avian Influenza at Your Farm: Improve Your Biosecurity with Simple Wildlife Practices
  • National Dairy FARM Program Materials - Everyday Biosecurity Reference Manual
  • National Dairy FARM Program Materials – Enhanced Biosecurity Prep Guide
  • Beef Quality Assurance – Daily Biosecurity Plan for Disease Prevention
  • Beef Quality Assurance – Example Daily Biosecurity Plan – TEMPLATE