Bird Flu Outbreak Hits Iowa Dairy Herds and Poultry Farms

The USDA has detected a case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a dairy herd in O’Brien County, Iowa, marking the first such case in the state. The virus, which is often fatal to domestic birds, has also been found in dairy cows in several other states. Iowa's Department of Agriculture is implementing additional measures to protect livestock and urges farmers to enhance biosecurity and report any symptomatic animals. Despite the outbreak, officials confirm that poultry products and pasteurized dairy remain safe for consumption.