An expert from Purdue University offers insight into rapid HPAI diagnostic test

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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Egg prices have been on a roller coaster this year, soaring sky-high and falling back down to Earth in just a few months.
In June, prices were down 77% compared to the highest weekly price in 2022.
According to the USDA Outlook Board, margins could improve for producers depending on a decrease in cases of High-Path Avian Flu (HPAI).
HPAI is confirmed in almost every state.
Did you know that eight states raise nearly 77% of the U.S. turkey supply? It’s impressive. But when it comes to the impacts of High-Path Avian Flu on commercial turkey flocks — it also means those same states, in most cases, will bear the brunt of lost production value due to the virus.