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Home » Blog » Agribusiness » Avian Flu Back In Wisconsin
February 5, 2023

Avian Flu Back In Wisconsin

September 2, 2022

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Avian Flu Back In Wisconsin

DATCP has reported Wisconsin’s first avian flu case since May. The highly pathogenic avian influenza case was found in a backyard flock in Washington County.

This year, 23 flocks in 15 counties have been confirmed with HPAI. All infected flocks are depopulated to prevent spread of the disease. This week, Indiana and Minnesota have also announced new cases of HPAI in domestic flocks, and there have been recent detections among wild birds in Wisconsin. The fall and winter could be a critical time for virus transmission, so DATCP urges all poultry owners to implement strong biosecurity measures to protect their birds from the disease.

HPAI viruses are highly contagious and often fatal to domestic poultry. The disease can be spread by contact with infected birds, equipment, or clothing worn by anyone working with the animals.

Signs of HPAI include:

  • Sudden death without clinical signs
  • Lack of energy or appetite
  • Decrease in egg production; soft, misshapen eggs
  • Purple discoloration of wattles, comb, and legs
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Runny nose, coughing, sneezing
  • Stumbling or falling down
  • Diarrhea

DATCP reminds Wisconsin poultry owners to register their premises. State law requires that all livestock owners register where their animals are kept. Registration helps animal health officials communicate with flock owners during disease outbreaks.

To report increased mortality or signs of illness among domestic birds, contact DATCP at (608) 224-4872 (business hours) or (800) 943-0003 (after hours and weekends).

Filed Under: Ag Life in the 715, Agribusiness, Commodities, community, Livestock, News, Policy, Safety, Specialty Ag Products Tagged With: avian flu, Avian Influenza, bird flu, DATCP, Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, HPAI, poultry, Washington County

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