HPAI

More cases of high path avian influenza pop up across the state in two counties. The late-fall-to-winter time frame is when North Carolina has traditionally seen the most cases.

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Summary: High path avian influenza has now been found in domestic birds two more counties since we talked a few weeks ago about its return to the state. HPAI was confirmed in a backyard flock in Franklin County and two commercial flocks in Sampson County. This time of year is when we have traditionally found … Read more

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

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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

HPAI detected in a dairy herd is a reminder that poultry industry must remain vigilant.

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Summary: The recent detection of high path avian influenza in a dairy herd in North Carolina serves as a reminder that farms, especially poultry farms, must remain vigilant in their biosecurity efforts. Today’s Topic with Southern Farm Network’s Mike Davis Last week we got word from the National Veterinary Services Laboratory that high path avian … Read more

North Carolina achieves HPAI-free status by the World Health Organization

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North Carolina has been designated High Path Avian Influenza-free by the World Organization for Animal Health. This designation means that the state can resume exports and international trade for poultry products. Under WOAH guidelines, HPAI-free status can be declared after the disease has been eliminated on all affected farms and no new infections are detected … Read more

Five commercial turkey farms test positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza. Strict biosecurity measures urged for poultry operations.

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Summary: North Carolina poultry farms and backyard owners are urged to follow strict biosecurity measures as three commercial turkey farms in Johnston County and two commercial turkey farms in Wayne County have tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza. The first case was confirmed by USDA APHIS on March 30. Three other cases were confirmed … Read more

News Roundup: March 4-10

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News Roundup

Each week we round up the latest N.C. agricultural headlines from news outlets across the state and country, as well as excerpts from the stories. “Best wheat crop ever or the one you wish never happened,” Southeast Farm Press: Thanks to a La Nina weather pattern, Ron Heiniger believes North Carolina could well harvest its … Read more

News Roundup: Jan. 2-8

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News Roundup

Each week we round up the latest N.C. agricultural headlines from news outlets across the state and country, as well as excerpts from the stories. “Ban on poultry shows, sales lifted,” Jacksonville Daily News: Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler announced today that the suspension of live poultry shows and sales has been lifted, a week earlier … Read more