The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture has identified new cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in backyard flocks in Eastern Wisconsin. Fond du Lac and Oconto Counties are the latest to reportedly have cases of the virus.
State animal health officials say both flocks were depopulated to prevent spread of the disease.
HPAI has now been found in domestic flocks in nine counties. As cases rise in Wisconsin and neighboring states, DATCP urges flock owners to monitor their birds and immediately report increased mortality or signs of disease.
The agency has also suspended all poultry shows and exhibits at Wisconsin event until May 31, 2022.
Categories: Wisconsin, Livestock, Poultry