Tuesday, March 18, is National Ag Day, a time to recognize and celebrate the hardworking farmers, ranchers and agricultural workers who keep our country fed. And today, we’re recognizing some of our…
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Bird Flu Confirmed in Delaware County as New York State Expands Testing Efforts
On Tuesday, Delaware County Public Health Services confirmed its first case of the H5N1 virus, commonly known as avian flu or “bird flu,” in a local flock. The affected flock, consisting of…
Experts Urge Caution to Stop Spread of Avian Flu
Amy Barkley is a livestock specialist with the Southwest New York Dairy Livestock and Field Crops program and an expert for the avian influenza outbreak for Cornell. She also has her own…
Confirmed ‘Bird Flu’ Affecting Poultry on One Ulster County Farm
A flock of roughly 50 chickens and ducks on an Ulster County farm has been struck by avian flu, resulting in the deaths of all but two birds. The Ulster County Department…