How to manage avian flu heading into fair season
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July 18, 2023

How to manage avian flu heading into fair season

Almost a year later, the avian flu is still present in much of the East Coast’s wild bird and waterfowl population. Poultry owners are still taking the necessary precautions to protect their flocks. In 2022, many county fairs decided to not allow live poultry exhibits to help prevent the spread of the disease. Since cases are

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