Avian Flu Spreading to Cattle: Potential Impact on Dairy Prices
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has impacted around 80 million birds in the U.S., affecting egg prices, and now dairy cattle in Texas and Kansas have tested positive for bird flu. While the USDA assures consumers of the safety of the milk supply and the effectiveness of pasteurization, there is concern about potential impacts on milk and dairy prices if the outbreak affects a larger portion of the dairy herd or leads to significant milk loss.