The ag sector remains on alert for high path avian influenza, with farmers implementing a number of biosecurity protocols.
Purdue University researchers have now developed a diagnostic test for rapidly detecting the virus.
Dr. Mohit Verma, with the university, spoke with RFD-TV’s Suzanne Alexander about the test, the benefit to producers, and next steps.
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