MDARD, Ottawa County and avian influenza

Highly pathogenic avian influenza detected in Ottawa County, MDARD warns.
The Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has detected highly pathogenic avian influenza in an Ottawa County flock, following an investigation from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) According to an announcement from the department Monday,
MDARD: Avian flu detected in Ottawa County poultry facility
The presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been detected in a commercial poultry facility in Ottawa County.
Bird flu detected in West Michigan commercial poultry facility
The highly pathogenic avian influenza, also known as bird flu, has been detected at a West Michigan poultry farm.
Bird flu identified in Ottawa Co. commercial flock
Bird flu is a highly contagious virus that can be spread through contact with infected animals including wild birds, farm equipment, and clothing and shoes. MDARD confirmed the affected farm in Ottawa County is under quarantine and said the birds will be depopulated to prevent disease spread.
Bird flu detected in Ottawa County poultry flock
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development detected highly pathogenic avian influenza in a commercial poultry facility from Ottawa County.
Bird flu detected in Ottawa County, Michigan’s first time since May
Bird flu has been detected in an Ottawa County poultry facility, the first detection in a Michigan flock since May, according to the state. (Dec. 16, 2024)
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