Troxler highlights biosecurity risks from farm visitors

Commissioner Troxler talks to Southern Farm Network on biosecurity and farms. For link to audio visit Southern Farm Network’s website https://www.sfntoday.com/2026/03/03/11600/. We’re joined again by Commissioner Steve Troxler. Commissioner, I know that biosecurity is something you take very seriously, but it’s not just the farmers who can take steps. I know you’ve recently put some … Read more

State vet advises poultry farmers to stay vigilant with biosecurity measures as HPAI returns to the state

Summary: Following positive confirmation of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a commercial layer operation last week, NCDA&CS and the State Vet urges poultry farmers to remain vigilant with biosecurity measures. This marks the first case of HPAI in commercial poultry since February 2024. Last week, our Veterinary Division received positive confirmation of highly pathogenic … Read more

Avian influenza back in the Atlantic flyways and being found in wild birds along the East Coast. Poultry farmers and owners urged to be vigilant with biosecurity protocols with their birds.

Summary: Nationally and along the East Coast, we are seeing the re-emergence of avian influenza in the wild bird population. Because of the threat this presents to our poultry industry, we urge producers to maintain heightened biosecurity protocols to protect their birds from contact with potentially infected wild birds. Today’s Topic with Southern Farm Network’s … Read more

Avian flu back in the news

Late on March 3, our Veterinary Division got word that there was a probable case of highly pathogenic avian influenza in a commercial poultry flock in Lincoln County, Tenn. Veterinary officials closely monitored the situation over the weekend and staff participated in conference calls each day to stay abreast of news coming from local and federal sources. The … Read more