High Pathogenic Avian Flu could impact the ability to show cattle at local fairs this summer.
The Minnesota Board of Animal Health told Brownfield Ag News that additional precautions might be needed for dairy show animals. World Dairy Expo is monitoring the situation and plans to adhere to guidelines to ensure herd safety, while Michigan has already banned showing lactating and late pregnancy cattle.
Recent outbreaks in Wyoming, Minnesota, and Iowa contribute to a total of 12 states, raising concerns for many upcoming fairs.
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