Kaatscast spoke with Cornell University researchers about their latest investigations into New York State bobcat population abundance and the discovery of avian influenza (bird flu) in these wild felines. Featuring Jenny Bloodgood,…
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Local Egg Farmers Confront Avian Flu’s Impact as Egg Prices Begin to Drop
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…
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…
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…