Tag: poultry
Poultry exhibit ban lifted in West Virginia, but producers warned to...
Although avian influenza was never detected in West Virginia, poultry producers are advised to be on alert for symptoms of the virus in their flocks.
Preserving the birds of the past: Poultry conference promotes heritage poultry...
The Sustainable Poultry Network conference was held Oct. 5-7 in Wilmot, Ohio. Poultry producers met to discuss topics of breeding, flock management and challenges with raising heritage breeds.
How to prep your coop for cool weather
Prepping chickens for cool weather includes knowledge of poultry health concerns, common symptoms to watch for and recovery care.
Tips for keeping flocks cool, calm and comfortable this summer
Mikelle Roeder, Ph.D., a flock nutritionist for Purina Animal Nutrition, says the summertime essentials are similar for both humans and backyard flocks: stay hydrated, protect yourself from the heat and maintain a complete and balanced diet.
Poultry producers say USDA response to bird flu improving
Better communication and the consideration of vaccines is helping improve USDA response to bird flu.
Bird flu biosecurity: Pa. imposes interstate quarantine
New order says poultry moving to live bird markets and eggs destined for a commercial breaking operation from states with infected HPAI flocks must be certified the shipment has tested negative for avian influenza.
Avian influenza is sending egg prices higher
Egg prices are on an upward trend, following avian influenza outbreak.
Ohio State Fair to offer poultry exhibitors new opportunity
Although poultry shows have been canceled, exhibitors have a new way to get into sale ring.
Precautions, preparation help Pa. brace for avian flu threat
Pennsylvania preparing in advance for avian influenza threat.
