On March 25, 2024, the Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) of USDA released news of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) detected in dairy cattle.
While the initial detection was made in Texas, cattle in other states have since been diagnosed with HPAI.
For up-to-date information on this evolving situation, visit the APHIS website.
On Monday, April 29, 2024, the USDA initiated testing and requirements that must be met for all lactating dairy cows moving across state lines. Additional recommendations are made for non-lactating cattle and other species. Please review the following resources to understand how this applies to you:
Federal Order Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
HPAI in Livestock Testing Guidance (Updated 5/1/2024)
Northeast dairy farmers can access state-specific HPAI information from their state departments of agriculture.
Connecticut HPAI in Cattle Information
Delaware HPAI in Cattle Information
Maine HPAI in Cattle Information
Maryland HPAI in Cattle Information
Massachusetts HPAI in Cattle Information
New Hampshire HPAI in Cattle Information
New Jersey HPAI in Cattle Information
New York HPAI in Cattle Information
Pennsylvania HPAI in Cattle Information
