"HPAI Outbreak: Dairy Cattle Movement Restricted in Multiple States"

The Maryland Department of Agriculture is restricting the movement of dairy cattle into local farms due to an outbreak of Avian Flu in seven states, aiming to protect local cattle from the illness that can reduce milk production. The state is implementing additional testing and emphasizing the importance of biosecurity measures for farmers to prevent the spread of the disease, which is primarily carried by wild birds. While it is rare for humans to contract bird flu, the state is taking precautions to safeguard the multi-million-dollar dairy industry and ensure the safety of dairy products for consumers.