"Avian Flu Ravages California's Poultry Industry"

Avian flu outbreaks have devastated poultry farms in California, leading to the slaughter of over 1 million birds in Sonoma and Merced counties. The highly contagious virus, spread by migratory birds, has prompted strict biosecurity measures and caused a spike in egg prices. Experts attribute the outbreak to climate change and warn of the risk to both commercial and backyard flocks. Despite the devastation, farmers like Mike Weber of Sunrise Farms are working to recover and protect their remaining flocks.