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Resources by Mike Persia

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Virginia Virtual Farm to Table: Eggs Aug 31, 2020 4H-925NP
Poultry Biosecurity Awareness Feb 10, 2023 APSC-184NP
Biosecurity: Five Steps to Protect Poultry from Avian Influenza (and Other Diseases)
A highly-pathogenic strain of Avian influenza, or bird flu is currently present in the United States. The outbreak started in early 2022 and continues. So far, the disease has infected both commercial and backyard poultry flocks resulting in the loss of over 90 million birds. It was recently detected in other livestock species, such as dairy cattle, and wildlife. It can transmit to humans. Biosecurity measures could prevent transmission of this disease.
Jun 10, 2024 APSC-200P