Podcasts about hpai

Liz Gunn speaks with researcher Clare Swinney about alarming preparations underway in New Zealand councils for a potential high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI / bird flu) scenario. Swinney details millions of dollars allocated by the Ministry for Primary Industries for planning, including chicken culling and carcass disposal, dairy cattle considerations, PPE stockpiling, water treatment, and emergency communications.The discussion examines the scientific claims, reliance on PCR testing, historical precedents of mass culling overseas, and parallels with previous pandemic responses. Swinney and Gunn question the transparency of these behind-the-scenes meetings and the potential impacts on food supply and public trust.Links:The Auckland HPAI Plan via Clare's article: https://clareswinney.wordpress.com/2026/03/23/nz-insider-warns-covid-blueprint-guiding-bird-flu-pandemic-planning/What's The Latest “Bird Flu” Scare Really About? (Article): https://clareswinney.wordpress.com/2026/02/16/whats-the-latest-bird-flu-scare-really-about/BBC article regarding the mRNA bird flu vaccine trial: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy41z0yj8mjoProf Jemma Geoghegan speaks about avian influenza (video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q2SLQiKFRx8The paper by David Crowe and Torsten Engelbrecht titled: Avian flu virus H5N1: No proof for existence, pathogenicity, or pandemic potential; non-“H5N1” causation omitted: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7173052/Dr Sam Bailey - Taking Away Your Chickens: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsrV8ta8ox4Dr Sam Bailey - Secrets of Influenza: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzGxKTzuDv0Jon Rappoport - The Creation of A False Epidemic: https://solari.com/the-creation-of-a-false-epidemic-with-jon-rappoport/Jon Rappoport on Substack: https://jonrappoport.substack.com/Avian influenza newsletters, fact sheets, science reports, and other resources (MPI): https://www.mpi.govt.nz/biosecurity/pest-and-disease-threats-to-new-zealand/animal-disease-threats-to-new-zealand/high-pathogenicity-avian-influenza/avian-influenza-newsletters-fact-sheets-and-other-resourcesNew Zealand Clinical Research - Current Trials: https://www.nzcr.co.nz/current-trials/More than One Billion NZ dollars to Moderna from US Government for mRNA Bird Flu Vaccine: https://fortune.com/well/article/bird-flu-vaccine-moderna-mrna-pandemic-influenza-immunization/Jon Fleetwood Article - $19.4 Billion Federal Influenza Pandemic Bill Introduced: H.R. 8447: https://jonfleetwood.substack.com/p/194-billion-federal-influenza-pandemicVitamin D Is More Effective Than Flu Vaccine, Study Says,https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2023/12/09/vitamin-d-better-than-flu-vaccine.aspxWHO - Global Influenza Programme: https://www.who.int/teams/global-influenza-programme/avian-influenza/avian-a-h5n1-virusFollow Clare: https://clareswinney.wordpress.com/Contact Clare: clareswinney@hotmail.comSupport FreeNZ:Substack: https://freenz.substack.com/Locals: https://freenz.locals.comBuy Me A Coffee: www.buymeacoffee.com/supportfreenzKo-fi: https://ko-fi.com/freenzhttps://freenz.carrd.coEmail: freenewzealand[at]protonmail[dot]com for bank account details.Affiliates:Dioxi Care - Chlorine Dioxide based Oral Care, Skin Care & Veterinary & Wound Care: https://frontierpharm.com/?sca_ref=9717384.brQladA5pgSnoot Spray - Chlorine Dioxide based Nasal Cleaner: https://www.snootspray.com/?sca_ref=9667634.AV2NJQvGlTBlock Blue Light - Red Light Glasses, Full Spectrum Lightbulbs & Sleep Tools to optimise your light environment and prioritise your wellbeing: https://www.blockbluelight.co.nz/?ref=FreeNZMediaWide Awake Media - Freedom T-Shirts: https://wideawake.clothing/en-nz?sca_ref=9458851.1aXfjvGDqL

In early 2025 HPAI outbreaks had egg prices sitting at record highs; just one year later they're hitting inflation-adjusted historic lows. And while that may be great for consumers looking for a cheap source of protein, it has a lot of US producers feeling the squeeze. Joining us to discuss the issue is Brian Moscogiuri. Formerly of Urner Barry, and Eggs Unlimited, Brian recently launched a new venture called KHM Trading, a commercial wholesale broker of shell eggs and egg products. Brian understands the dynamics of the US egg market better than anyone, and today he discusses the factors contributing to the dip in prices, what the industry's doing to try and drum up new demand, and when producers might start to see some relief. 

Deans from Wisconsin's schools of agriculture are standing is support of the Dairy Innovation Hub. The Hub acts as a collaborative "nexus," uniting the unique strengths of UW-Madison, UW-Platteville, and UW-River Falls to benefit Wisconsin's broader agricultural and education landscape. For example at UW-Platteville, faculty members from the chemistry and mechanical engineering departments successfully patented a method to turn spoiled milk into 3D printing material. Researchers at UW-River Falls developed a more affordable lactose-free ice cream, which is currently being sold to the public at the campus’s Freddy’s Dairy Bar. UW-Madison is utilizing high-level science, such as SNAP plus modeling, to create new nutrient strategies that help farmers contain phosphorus and nitrogen. The deans say despite the rising "cost of doing business," state funding for the Hub has not been adjusted for inflation since it was established around 2019 or 2020. To ensure the Hub’s value is understood during budget cycles, the universities host major public events—ranging from Lafayette County Dairy Breakfasts to field days at Madison’s 12 regional ag research stations—where lawmakers can see the impact firsthand. Heat will be noticeable today in Wisconsin and so will the wind. Stu Muck says that wind will be bringing with it a chance of rain and thunderstorms beginning overnight. On Wednesday evening, USDA confirmed the first case of New World Screw Worm in Texas. USDA Secretary, Brooke Rollins, says they've mobilized APHIS staff and are implementing a 20 km quarantine radius to monitor and contain livestock movement. She stresses this is NOT a food safety issue. Dairy will be keeping an eye on the New World Screw Worm situation. Collin Aardema, dairy analyst with EverAg tells Pam Jahnke that the impacted geography right now isn't a heavy dairy populus, but if the quarantine expands - it could impact milk flow. Right now Idaho IS catching some attention because of a few outbreaks of HPAI in dairy. Aardema says the curious piece is that it's impacting calves more than cows.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the time you start to suspect you might have an HPAI outbreak on your farm, to getting lab confirmation, can take between 1 and 5 days. And while producers wait for those results to come back, they're forced to make extremely tough decisions — cancelling deliveries, isolating employees, culling entire flocks — based on incomplete information. Erik Tyrrell-Knott is the President and Chief Business Officer of Alveo, a company that's built a handheld HPAI testing device that delivers a trustworthy result in 45 minutes. And while their tests won't replace the current lab testing we use today, their aim is to give veterinarians and producers the data they need to act with speed and confidence. Today, Erik walks us through how the test works, why it represents such an important leap forward in the fight against HPAI, and how it could one day make "partial depopulation" possible.

Georgia Department of Agriculture and the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service confirm case of bird flu in a non-commercial backyard flock in Pierce County, and Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments in a case involving allegations that exposure to Roundup caused cancer.

USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins says a bird flu vaccine is still not ready for prime time, but efforts continue to get it there. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Plains are on fire, cattle are ripping, and diesel's lock is starting to crack. On this Friggin' Farm & Ranch Report for Tuesday, April 28, 2026, we start with over 1 million acres burned across Nebraska, Kansas and Oklahoma, Nebraska alone pushing 800,000 acres with the Morrill Fire at 643,000 — the biggest single recorded wildfire in modern state history. June live cattle futures close at 253.15, up 4.20, blowing past the 246 breakout level, boxed beef flips back to a 0.96 Choice‑over‑Select spread, and WTI shoves through 100 while diesel hangs around 5.46. We hit: – Markets: live and feeder cattle, record 248.38 cash, lean hogs, corn, beans, Chicago and KC wheat, metals and rates – Cattle & beef: boxed beef inversion ending, placements second‑lowest March since '96, cow herd at 75‑year lows, packer leverage and DOJ probe – Sale barns & horses: Lone Star Stockyards run, OKC West calf trade, San Angelo, screaming replacement females, Superior & Western Video, NCHA Super Stakes, Billings Livestock, Heritage Place, and a 1.5‑million‑dollar Houston steer – Inputs: WTI 100.45, Brent 110.68, diesel “lock” window, Hormuz war‑risk insurance and what that means for your fuel and fertilizer bill – War Reel: Day 60 of the U.S.–Israeli war on Iran, tanker seizures, Iron Dome to the UAE, UAE leaving OPEC and the downstream hit to ag – Rural Americana: UnitedHealthcare's rural prior‑auth reversal, ReConnect broadband money restored, Plains fire fallout, Colorado River drought, SDRP deadline – Policy/Macro: Farm Bill H.R. 7567 hung up over pesticide preemption and E15, Monsanto v. Durnell at SCOTUS, HPAI in dairy, screwworm program, Trump–Xi ag summit, FY27 ag appropriations – Reading the Herd: how the calls on cattle breakout, boxed beef flip and diesel lock did, plus a quick Kentucky Derby nod It's not a “get rich” market, it's a “don't screw it up” market. Get to your sale, lock your diesel if you need to, and file your SDRP paperwork before the deadline. Brought to you by Lone Star Stockyards in Wheeler, Texas. Sale every Tuesday at 11 AM Central. Bill Martin: 970‑302‑5834 Sheldon Field: 806‑736‑0040 Office: 806‑677‑0777 lonestarstockyards.com Move your ass — we're burnin' daylight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump kicks the can on the Iran ceasefire, and Iran answers by grabbing two more ships in the Strait of Hormuz while firing on a third. EIA prints a surprise crude draw — 1.9 million barrels pulled when the street was looking for a 2.2 million barrel build — and diesel is sitting at $5.511 at the pump with WTI riding $91–$92. Meanwhile the cattle board has printed five straight red days, June live at $242.875, even as cash holds $248 and boxed beef stays inverted with Select still a buck over Choice. On today's Friggin' Farm & Ranch Report for Wednesday, April 22, 2026, we walk through: • Why live cattle is correcting on paper while the country trade and the cutout refuse to blink. • What a 4.1 million barrel bullish swing in one EIA print means for your diesel contract and fertilizer bill. • How Superior Livestock just sold a record 57,077 head and why 750-pound steers at $408 and 500-pound calves at $552.50 do not look like a "market top" in the country. • The war reel out of Hormuz, what "operationally closed" really means when Iran controls 20% of global crude flow, and how many seized ships it takes to put WTI at $95–$100. • DTN's latest fertilizer board — anhydrous back over $1,000, urea up 34% month over month — plus why every major input on your balance sheet runs through somebody else's choke point. • Rural Americana: five stories that'll make you feel better about the next generation, and three gut punches from rural hospitals, drought, and school consolidation. • Policy and macro: Farm Bill clock, DOJ packer probe, HPAI in dairy, screwworm watch, USMCA review, Trump–Xi summit, H-2A wages, and why nobody is cutting your operating note rate anytime soon. Tone calls to close it out: • Cattle board — bearish near term, oversold and due a snap-back if cash holds. • Cash cattle — firm. • Cutout — bullish, with broad-based beef demand. • Corn — bullish bias. Beans — neutral. Wheat — bullish on KC drought. • Crude and diesel — bullish, lock in if you haven't. • Gold and silver — bullish, fear trade and industrial bid both on. Lock your diesel, watch packer bids like a hawk, track the ship count in Hormuz — and remember, it's a "don't screw up" market, not a "get rich" market. Move your ass, we're burnin' daylight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are so many different types of egg-farmers: traditional caged operations, cage-free, free-range organic...the list goes on. But one organization strives to represent all of their interests, and advocate on their behalf at the highest levels of government. Chad Gregory is the President and CEO of the United Egg Producers (UEP), an organization that represents over 90% of US egg farmers. The UEP provides a forum where producers big and small can debate important topics, and shape the policies that ultimately impact how they do business. Chad came on the show just a few days after the State of the Union address, and for the second year running, President Trump referenced the egg industry directly. Today, we get into what the President said, the UEP's ongoing efforts to get an HPAI vaccine approved, and how they've responded to ongoing pressure from animal rights groups. 

Bruce Dooyema's career in poultry began in the 7th grade, when his parents bought him a dozen chickens to raise in the backyard. Now, as Director of Strategic projects at Versova, he's responsible for around 40 million of them. And as if that wasn't enough responsibility, Bruce serves as President of the International Egg Foundation, where he helps establish layer operations in countries struggling with food insecurity. Today, Bruce walks us through what goes into managing 40 million birds, especially in a time where even the best laid plans can be entirely upended by HPAI. He also discusses his work with the the IEF, and the incredible impact they're having across the developing world. 

A team of Montana State University microbiologists will spend the next three years expanding research into bird flu, and Senate Ag Chair John Boozman plans to take up a five-year farm bill within weeks.

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, or bird flu, is still affecting poultry flocks across America. Dr. Alan Huddleston is the acting U.S. chief veterinary officer for the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. He said the U.S. has never seen an HPAI outbreak at this scale. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The spring migratory season brings with it the renewed threat of highly pathogenic avian influenza, or HPAI, or bird flu.

*Feedlot inventories remain steady.   *HPAI is still affecting poultry flocks across America.  *The Texas Wheat Producers Board launched “Fields of Learning.” *The Texas dairy industry has seen massive growth over the past few years.  *The National Peanut Board is funding allergy research.*Lawmakers are asking for transparency in fertilizer prices.  *Water woes continue in South Texas.  *The gestation length is cattle is supposed to be 283 days, but that isn't always the case.

Using Mealworms for HPAI Protection, Part 1 Using Mealworms for HPAI Protection, Part 2 Great Year for Milk Production   00:01:05 – Using Mealworms for HPAI Protection, Part 1: The show starts with Laura Miller, K-State associate professor of veterinary virology, as she explains research of using mealworms to help protect poultry from highly pathogenic avian influenza.  Protecting the Nation's Poultry Supply   00:12:05 – Using Mealworms for HPAI Protection, Part 2: Laura continues today's show as she discusses how this can be used for wild birds and other species, as well as highlights the teamwork on this project.  Extension.ksu.edu K-State.edu   00:23:05 – Great Year for Milk Production: K-State dairy specialist, Mike Brouk, ends the show as he passes along data from 2025 that shows an increase of 45,000 dairy cows in Kansas which helped produce a banner year for milk production and is expected to continue in 2026.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

The cartels that have been making news in Mexico are impacting more than just local neighborhoods. Bob Bosold visits with a group of Mexican cattle producers in attendance at the WI Cattlemen's Associaton winter convention. They explain that doing business in Mexico has become very dangerous, even for farmers! Now the group is looking at ways to transport their business into the U.S.Weather is the word for everybody in Wisconsin today. Most of the state continues with a blizzard warning until 4 p.m. Stu Muck totals up the snowfall received so far, plus the wind that keeps moving it from one place to another.Stephanie Hoff has another story of engagement from Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin. Today she visit with dairy farmer and DFW Board Member, Annaliese Wegner . Wegner shares how everyday farm management translates into impactful industry leadership. She explains how the farmer-led checkoff creates one voice over 5,000 diverse operations to build global demand and protect consumer trust. Whether milking 30 cows or 3,000, Annaliese encourages all producers to lend their perspective to ensure a strong future. Paid for by Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin.On Friday the WI Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection effectively cancelled all poultry swap meetings from now until May 5th for about half of the state. That puts Dale Wheelock, chair of the Fur & Feather Committee in Walworth county, in a tough spot. He says they planned their spring poultry swap meet for April 4th. Now, they have to figure out how to cover their expenses as they cancel. Is the ban on swap meets effective? Where does Wisconsin stand now battling against HPAI? Kiley Allan finds out from Dr. Heather Roney, Program Veterinarian Wisconsin DATCP Division of Animal Health. She says Wisconsin continues to respond to the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreak that began in 2022. New cases were confirmed in early 2026 within commercial operations in Jefferson and Walworth counties. She says with the spring wild bird migration approaching, producers are urged to keep birds indoors, limit visitors, and tighten biosecurity protocols for clothing and equipment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin's Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is keeping a close eye on highly pathogenic avian influenza. Dr. Heather Roney is the program veterinarian with DATCP's Division of Animal Health. She tells us the current state of the disease in Wisconsin poultry flocks and dairy herds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send a textA fourth-generation story rarely follows a straight line, and George Weaver IV proves it. From sneaking into trade shows as a kid and napping under booth tables to helping steer a 90-person team, George invites us into a family business that measures success by people, not just pallets. He shares how his dad's stroke pushed him into responsibility early, what it took to rebuild with humility, and why Westfield Egg Farm chose a model that keeps small family farms alive by letting growers own their birds, feed, and barns.We dig into the craft of specialty eggs—think quail, duck, and heirloom blue—and why small-batch, high-precision packing is both maddening and magical. George explains how that complexity becomes a strength under pressure, especially during avian influenza, when diversified flocks and flexible schedules spread risk without collapsing supply. Strategy here is purpose-led: hire for character, train for skill, and make space for prayer and conviction when the “smart” move clashes with the right move. It's culture as a daily practice, not a poster on the wall.George also opens up about imposter syndrome, the myth that every young leader must plant their own flag, and the harder path of adding value to a mature, multigenerational foundation. We talk practical tools like Working Genius to map strengths and reduce friction, the shepherd's balance between protecting a team and pushing it to grow, and how prison ministry reshaped his view of dignity, hiring, and the stories behind every resume. If you care about agriculture, family business, resilient supply chains, values-based leadership, or integrating faith at work, this conversation will stick.Subscribe for more founder stories and real-world leadership playbooks, share this episode with someone building a legacy, and leave a review to help others find the show. Got a guest idea? Email bmulnix@prismcontrols.com and let's keep amplifying voices that make our industry better.Hosted by Brandon Mulnix - Director of Commercial Accounts - Prism ControlsThe Poultry Leadership Podcast is only possible because of its sponsor, Prism ControlsFind out more about them at www.prismcontrols.com

In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Jennifer Spencer and Dr. Juan Piñeiro from Texas A&M AgriLife discuss how highly pathogenic avian influenza may affect dairy cattle reproduction. They explain why disease-related inflammation can reduce conception rates and increase services per conception in cows and heifers. The conversation explores early research findings, data challenges, and the importance of biosecurity in dairy operations. Learn how reproductive performance may lag even after recovery from disease. Listen now on all major podcast platforms!"When cows experience systemic illness, energy is redirected toward immune defense, which reduces the biological resources available for normal reproductive function."Meet the guest: Dr. Jennifer Spencer is an Associate Professor and Extension and Research Dairy Specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife, focusing on dairy reproduction, endocrinology, and herd management strategies. Dr. Juan Piñeiro is an Associate Professor and Extension Dairy Specialist at Texas A&M University with expertise in disease prevention, biosecurity, and applied dairy research. Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:50) Introduction(05:46) Reproduction concerns(09:20) Early findings(11:52) Impact on the heifer(17:05) Inflammation link(25:10) Practical takeaways(31:07) Closing thoughtsThe Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Adisseo* Priority IAC* Lallemand* Afimilk* Agri-Comfort* Jones-Hamilton Co.* Evonik* CowManager- Protekta- DietForge- Berg + Schmidt- BoviSync- Natural Biologics- AHV- dsm-firmenich- SmaXtec

What were some of the effects of outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in commercial poultry operations in 2025, and what is the outlook for year's end into 2026. Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines on today's episode include:-Variable temperatures and above-average precipitation from La Niña may improve soil conditions before spring-RMI survey: Farmland prices highest in 20 months-Illinois researchers investigate first Group 15 herbicide resistance in giant foxtail-Kentucky farmer gives outlook on 2026 cropping year-HPAI confirmed in central Iowa backyard flockSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's a big day in Washington D.C for wolves. The House of Representatives will vote on the Pet and Livestock Protection Act. Ultimately, the decision will determine if the gray wolf will stay on the endangered species list. Fabulous Farm Babe Pam Jahnke and Wisconsin DNR Large Carnivore Specialist, Randy Johnson, discuss Wisconsin's wolf population data and movement patterns. Ag meteorologist Stu Muck and Kiley Allan talk about the warmer temperatures we have been seeing. Temperatures will continue to swing in the upcoming week. No two days as a veterinarian look the same. Dr. Monty Belmer, a local veterinarian explains the standard practices and the heightened precautions veterinarians take when a disease outbreak occurs to Stephanie Hoff. Dr. Arden Anderson, a Physician and Agricultural Consultant, tells Ben Jarboe that farmers are a high-risk group for several health concerns including cancer, heart disease, and Parkinson’s disease. He tells us one reason why the group is considered high risk.Dairy market analyst, Cody Koster, breaks down the suspected market effects of Avian Influenza. He looks into his crystal ball and forecasts the GDT trends we can expect going into the new year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines on today's episode include:-Analyst sees soybean acreage gains as corn costs remain high-HPAI vaccine strategy next steps-Grassley urges action on biofuels policy in the new year-Softening land values don't cause concern about economy-Cattle producers urged to understand working capital positionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Mexico should begin delivering water to the Rio Grande Valley this week.   *Fed cattle prices have been rising recently.  *Texas farmers have tested new cotton varieties for 2026.  *HPAI has been found in a commercial poultry flock in East Texas.  *World wheat production is at record levels.*Regenerative medicine is becoming more popular in horses.

Wisconsin has gotten its first confirmed case of HPAI in a dairy herd in Dodge County, and that may leave a lot of you wondering, what does this mean for our cheese? Grace Atherton, the Wisconsin Cheesemakers Association Communications Director, is here to share what these processing plants are doing to make sure our dairy foods remain safe. She says that all dairy products are safe to consume and prior history shows the demand will not waver.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Headlines on today's episode include:-Nationwide E15 closer to reality-45Z tax credits set to bring windfall to ethanol plants-Senate Ag Committee urges progress on HPAI vaccine strategy-Timely rains make soybeans the bright spot in Kansas farmer's 2025 season-Experts say 2025 farm income hinges on combined bridge payments and safety net programsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) disrupts poultry farms across Canada for a fifth straight winter, a poultry veterinarian who oversees chicken farms across Western Canada says the Canadian government must move beyond decades-old policies and pursue vaccination as a tool in managing the disease. "Again this year, it’s had a significant impact in multiple... Read More

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of contracting high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) from medium rare duck breast. Dr. Don - not risky

Civil Eats reports that the flu has infected and killed more than 8.9 million turkeys, chickens, and ducks in the U.S. since September. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The weekend is looking to be a mild one with temperatures reaching the 50's in the state. This is according to ag meteorologist Stu Muck. Wisconsin harvest is wrapped up and fared a little worse than in previous years. Ben Jarboe talks with Grant Holley, the Executive director of the Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers Association, to see what the numbers look like. Don't worry though, Wisconsin is still tops in production. With the holidays coming up a common ingredient used to add flavor is butter. Stephanie Hoff chats with CoBank lead dairy economist Corey Geiger to see what the supply and demand looks like for butterfat. Ashley Kohls, the Executive Director of the Minnesota Turkey Growers Association, joins the show to give a look into how long it takes to go from gobble to table. She also gives insight into what producers go through if HPAI is found in their flock. Turkey may not be your go to protein for the holidays, and you may opt for ham. This industry has its share of challenges with PRRS or Porcine Reproductive and Respirator Syndrome. Kiley Allan has a talk with Extension Swine Specialist, Jeff Morris, to get an update on how it is impacting the pork industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thank you for listening to this episode of Bawk Tawk, Welcome to Chickenlandia's 100% Friendly Backyard Chickens Show! In this episode, I share tips for keeping avian influenza away from your backyard chickens. I also share my thoughts on how the virus is handled by health officials. Hope you love it!

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it might be wise to start shopping for deals. Ben Jarboe gets the scoop from Ashley Kohl, executive director of the MN Turkey Growers about how HPAI has impacted their overall flock. Kohl says grocery prices may not necessarily reflect the stress that the industry experienced late in 2025 since birds are used as a magnet to draw people into the grocery store.Stu Muck says there will be a warm-up coming later this week. It'll be small, but it's something!The president of one of the largest farm organization's speaking out on behalf of the nation's dairy producers. Zippy Duvall, President of the American Farm Bureau Federation, says passing the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids act would be a real shot in the arm for the dairy industry and kids' nutrition. Duvall says the act would overturn restrictions that USDA has in place allowing only fat-free and 1% lowfat milk in schools. Duvall says with record milk production on pace for 2025, it would not only help with fluid milk production - it would also help with child nutrition.While the Whole Milk act is a federal matter, there are still plenty of policy directives moving in Madison. Stephanie Hoff finds out about a few from Chad Zuelger, executive director of the Dairy Business Association. Among their priorities advocating for a grazing initiative in the state and establishing a grant program to support transition practices. He also notes that they continue to work at creating strong working relationships with state natural resources groups. If you're a fan of TikTok, you may already know Andrew Christenson. He's an Amery dairy farmer who's taken to social media to help consumers better understand the 'day in the life of a dairy farmer'. He's FarmTok Hotshot and he's got followers! Christenson is one of the characters featured in the current Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin "Born to Dairy" campaign. It's a lighthearted look at the unique and authentic personalities that make up the state's dairy industry. Christenson says what dairy farmers consider as mundane daily tasks, non-farm viewers finding fascinating. Paid for by Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Dusty Sonnenberg sits down with Ohio Department of Agriculture Director Brian Baldridge and State Veterinarian Dr. Dennis Summers to discuss the state's ongoing response to highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The two share how Ohio handled last winter's outbreak that impacted over 15 million birds, the lessons learned from those months, and how producers are preparing as migratory season begins again. They also touch on the far-reaching economic ripple effects across the state's poultry and grain sectors, and offer practical advice for backyard flock owners looking to keep their birds safe. Later in the podcast, Joel Penhorwood catches up with Joanna Hamilton of the Felicity-Franklin FFA Chapter, who was recently named the American Star in Agriscience at the National FFA Convention. Hamilton reflects on her award-winning research projects ranging from poultry heat lamps to consumer food science, how FFA shaped her future in nursing, and the people who helped guide her along the way. Listen in for the latest on Ohio agriculture, animal health, and a celebration of FFA excellence.

If chicken processors feel like the rope in a game of tug-of-war, they have good reason. Prices are historically high, but that may not last. Trade disputes are a big unknown for poultry exports. And colder weather in the Northern Hemisphere already is ushering in new outbreaks of HPAI across the globe.Nan-Dirk Mulder is a senior global specialist for animal protein with RaboResearch in the Netherlands. He also is the author of its quarterly outlook for the poultry industry. Nan-Dirk doesn't have a crystal ball into exactly what will happen in poultry in 2026, but he has some well-informed predictions, and he shares them in this episode of MeatingPod.

The economics of the turkey market are changing. HPAI and other diseases have tightened supplies but prices are down. And decades-long annual sales cycles seem to have been permanently altered by the pandemic's effects on social gatherings — but ground product isn't picking up the slack. As the holiday season, and holiday meals, draw closer on the calendar, Mark Jordan of LEAP Analytics joins MeatingPod to help make sense of this fast-changing market, with an eye on what to expect in 2026. 

Diseases have always been one of the biggest worries for cattle producers and the recent H5N1 outbreak has shown where some of the holes were in preparations for disease control, but it also provided a great learning experience for next time. Dr. Danelle Bickett-Weddle, a veterinarian and owner of Preventalytics, is here to share some of what was learned through the bird flu outbreaks. She also gives the updated plans in place for various diseases like foot and mouth disease, and new world screwworm. She gives some considerations for winter preventative measures for Wisconsin dairy producers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Animal health and biosecurity are being threatened globally by a few different diseases and virus'. Ben Jarboe gets the spooky outlook from Jamie Jonker, Chief Science officer with the national milk producers federation. HPAI as a threat to dairy has been talked about often, but other conditions like Lumpy Skin disease, FMD, and new world screw worm remind producers to stay on their toes. He gives an update on each and shares reasons why we should watch them even if they are not in the US. Quiet weather pattern for this week. Rain showers are a possibility everyday - but not much for overall accumulation. Wisconsin is home to one commercial grade cottage cheese producer and they're being overwhelmed with demand! Westby Cooperative Creamery, Wisconsin’s only cottage cheese manufacturer, is investing $14.1 million to modernize its Westby facility. Emily Bialkowski, sales and marketing manager, says the project will meet surging consumer demand for cottage cheese, which has seen sales jump nationwide. With all current capacity sold out, the investment ensures long-term stability for the creamery to stay competitive in the growing high-protein, "clean-label" market. There will be no federal aid going to the nation's farmers until the federal government is back in action. Chad Smith tells us that the American Farm Bureau Federation sent letters to the president and Congress telling them how important getting back to work is for the nation's farmers. "Born to Dairy" is a lighthearted look at the faces behind Wisconsin's dairy industry. Pam Jahnke talks with Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin CEO, Chad Vincent about how global demand continues to keep Wisconsin dairy flowing. Ben Miller, Vice President of Industry Outreach explains the stories and data he shares with anyone working on a dairy project. From policy development to program development. Finally Charlie Beren joins Pam to explain his role in developing some of the storylines of "Born to Dairy". Beren says this first phase is just the beginning of helping dairy farmers and consumers identify with the faces of the industry. Paid for by Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Schwandt was shocked and disappointed Thursday, October 9 when he learned that poultry shows in Jefferson, Waukesha, Walworth and Rock counties were suspended. Schwandt was in the middle of setting up cages Jefferson County Fair Park when he started getting text messages from friends about the announcement. Schwandt says he's shocked that he wasn't contacted directly by DATCP. He says when previous suspensions were put in place he was contacted directly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA data shows a three percent drop in turkeys raised this year, but experts say Thanksgiving supplies remain secure despite renewed HPAI concerns.

Join host Dr. Cat Vendl as she follows Dr. Ralph Vanstreels tracking high pathogenicity avian influenza from South America to Antarctica. Ralph shares insights from surveying remote coastlines and documenting the virus's impact – over 600,000 wild birds and 55,000 marine mammals affected, with elephant seal populations experiencing 95% pup mortality in some colonies. Learn how viral mutations enabled the jump to marine mammals, the ecological importance of Antarctica's scavenging skuas, and the challenges of conducting disease surveillance in one of Earth's most remote regions while monitoring the virus's continued eastward spread toward Australia and New Zealand. LinksRalph's academic profile: https://whc.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/people/ralph-vanstreelsWe'd love to hear from you ... share your thoughts, feedback and ideas.

Dateline: October 2, 2025. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start off with a very, very exciting announcement! Then that's followed by a second announcement that is also very exciting! Speaking of, if you can help with Shots for Spots, please do so here: https://kindest.com/831498-shots-for-spotsThen it's time for Zoo News stories from Smithsonian's National Zoo, The Los Angeles Zoo, The Wilds, the Fort Worth Zoo, Chester Zoo, Mulhouse Zoo, Columbus Zoo, Turtleback Zoo, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, Zoo Knoxville, and the Cincinnati Zoo, plus all of the AZA Honors winners from the conference this year! Conservation News stories include a sad story about HPAI and an old story about tree kangaroos. And in Other News, we have a super hot shark threesome, apparently.ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari to support the pod rossifari.com @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

Mike Berry, from Powell Butte, Oregon, makes a 5,000-mile round trip to Madison each year for World Dairy Expo. He's taken this journey more than 20 times since the mid-1990s. This year, he brought five show cows, making frequent stops along the way to feed, water, milk, and bed them. He’s built lasting friendships with small dairies in Montana, South Dakota, and Wisconsin, where he can stop to milk and let the cows rest, including a 48-hour break in Orfordville before the show. Despite the long haul, Berry returns year after year for the people and the fierce competition, and he’s pleased with how Expo is handling HPAI precautions this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At only 25 years old, Cole Luthman is the Lead Service Technician at Cooper Farms, responsible for overseeing five out of their 8-million total birds. And as if that wasn't keeping him busy enough, Cole recently decided to start his own barn and become a contract grower himself. Cole's journey into the poultry world started at 13, when he began working with one of Cooper's contract growers. Since then, he's won an FFA award for proficiency in poultry production in the state of Ohio, obtained a degree in agriculture, and helped Cooper's growers navigate through a devastating HPAI outbreak. Today, Cole joins us to discuss his unique path into the poultry world, his day-to-day life as a Service Technician and contract grower, and what other young people can learn from his journey into the ag industry. 

Cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza have slowed, but California farmers remain on alert as fall migration season brings renewed risks.

Kyle Perrin returns to the show to update us on how his season has progressed with his black spar.  After briefly reminding listeners of Kyle's falconry situation, he and I discuss the africanus breed - a dog that has originated in Southern Africa.  We then talk about Kyle's experience working at a falcon hospital in the middle east.  I then query Kyle about Callie's previously unexpected desire to chase fur, and whether that behavior has persisted.  We then turn our attention to Kyle's objective to catch a guinea fowl on the rise aided by his two dogs.  Kyle then explains his rationale for adjusting his planned approach to catching guinea in the way he prefers to hunt, including the influence of a local HPAI outbreak. We conclude the episode talking about Kyle's final outing of the season.  Thanks for listening to Fat Bird, Ugly Dog - I hope you enjoy this episode with Kyle.

Bt Cotton Stewardship and Pests Farm to Plate Initiative Stage of HPAI in Kansas Herds   00:01:05 – Bt Cotton Stewardship and Pests: Beginning today's show is K-State Extension agronomist, Logan Simon, and K-State Extension entomologist, Anthony Zukoff, as they discuss bt cotton, bollworms and stinkbugs. Late-Season Insect Pest Considerations and Bt Stewardship in Cotton   00:12:05 – Farm to Plate Initiative: A conversation about a farm to plate program from the Kansas Department of Education with Barb Depew continues the show as she explains how the program works for students and producers.  www.cnw.ksde.gov Farm to Plate #fuelingkskids    00:23:05 – Stage of HPAI in Kansas Herds: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show providing an update on HPAI in Kansas. We are currently at Stage 4, meaning no herds have tested positive for bird flu under the national milk testing strategy implemented by APHIS.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

On this show we've talked a lot about the debate around vaccinating birds against highly pathogenic avian influenza, and the opposing views on the issue within the egg and broiler industries. For clues on how to break that deadlock, we looked to a country that experienced very similar pushback when they first started talking about vaccinating their own birds, but still managed to make it work. Charles Martins Ferreira is the Deputy Agricultural Counselor at the French Embassy in Washington. As a trained veterinarian, Charles has worked on sanitary and phytosanitary issues all over the world. Now his job specifically involves monitoring the situation with bird flu in North America. Charles joins us to talk about the French experience with HPAI, the debate surrounding vaccination, and the incredible success they've had in curbing outbreaks. We also get into the importance of post-vaccination surveillance, and how bold leadership was instrumental in getting them across the finish line. 

Dr. Lisa Kercher, St Jude Children's Research Hospital, joins Dr. Mike Brasher and Kayci Messerly for a lesson in Virology 101 and an update on the hunt for genetic changes in highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Learn about the process of reassortment, how it produces new viruses, and how these changes influence the evolving risks of HPAI. Dr. Kercher also shares stories from her mobile testing lab (BIRDWATCH), including experiences and anxious days in the field with duck researchers and banding crews and how her work is accelerating the detection of HPAI and viral changes in wild ducks. Listen in for a deeper understanding of the avian influenza virus and how hunters can continue playing a vital role.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

This episode was recorded in Reno, Nevada, during the 2025 Western Dairy Management Conference. The panel discusses their individual experiences with outbreaks in different states. Beth talks about her group's microbial surveillance technology they used to compare rectal swabs from positive and non-positive herds. They noted elevations in specific virulent E. coli, Salmonella spp., and Clostridium perfringens in the HPAI-positive herds. Enrique noted that in California, the outbreak began in the South Valley during periods of heat stress, which exacerbated symptoms. He also felt that some dairies panicked a little and moved cows too much, which did not help. In the North Valley, the outbreak happened in cooler weather, and dairies purposefully did not move cows out of their pens and provided supportive therapy within the pen. (5:25)Dr. Schcolnik emphasized making sure i's are dotted and t's are crossed in your nutrition program to help manage through an outbreak. The immune system is an obligate glucose utilizer, so energy is key, as are protein and trace minerals. He noted they also added binders to diets, and either probiotics or double doses of yeast to keep the rumen healthy. Decreasing intake is a big symptom, so he recommends vitamin B supplementation to stimulate appetite. (12:30)The panel discusses how the Texas and California outbreaks differed from one another, including heat stress, recovery in milk production after infection, bird migration and cattle movement. Enrique notes that in California, it seemed like transmission was going downwind. Animal movement, wild birds and milk trucks were also implicated. (14:31)Several companies are investing in vaccine development, but the virus mutation is a challenge. Dr. Spencer wonders if the vaccine will end up resembling the human flu vaccine where you hope to target the general structure of the virus to reduce impact. The panel talks about natural immunity and how cows will be impacted in the lactation after they were ill. Dr. Schcolnik has observed that a percentage of cows who were dry during the outbreak aren't performing as well after freshening. He hypothesizes this could be due to mammary cell death during infection, as the virus lyses the cell as it exits the cell. (24:41)The panel discusses practical recommendations for dairy producers to prepare for or help mitigate during an outbreak. Biosecurity is key. Vaccines are hopefully on the way, but until then, minimizing cattle movements within the herd, post-dipping cows as soon as possible after the machine falls off and minimizing splashing of milk are all good practices. The panel looks forward to more research about all the different ways the virus transmits. They're also eager to learn more about treatment plans and what has worked for different dairies regarding giving fluids, altering rations, boosting the immune system, managing co-infections and impacts on calves and heifers. (29:18)Lastly, panelists share their take-home thoughts. (37:33)Scott invites the audience to Bourbon and Brainiacs at ADSA in Louisville - a bourbon tasting with all your favorite professors! Sign up here: https://balchem.com/anh/bourbon/Please subscribe and share with your industry friends to invite more people to join us at the Real Science Exchange virtual pub table.  If you want one of our Real Science Exchange t-shirts, screenshot your rating, review, or subscription, and email a picture to anh.marketing@balchem.com. Include your size and mailing address, and we'll mail you a shirt.