USDA Confirms Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Alaska

Contacts: APHISpress WASHINGTON, April 30, 2022 – The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a non-commercial, backyard flock (non-poultry) in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska. Samples from the flock were confirmed at the APHIS National Veterinary Services Laboratories in …

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Certified Regenerative Standards, HPAI, VAPG Grant Deadline, Lambing and Kidding Resources

+ all the latest press from your certified peers View as Webpage Photo credit: Providence Lane Homestead in Rocky View County, AB Dear Dennis, I hope this update finds you doing well this spring season. Between lambing and kidding, handling storms and drought, preparing for spring and summer markets and growing seasons, we know it …

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Want to Make a Difference for American Agriculture? Come Work for APHIS

APHIS is looking for a bright, energetic, and committed professional to serve as Veterinary Medical Officer.. Want to Make a Difference for American Agriculture? Come Work for APHIS Do you have a passion for the world of animal health? Are you interested in helping USDA protect and defend the U.S. food supply and the health …

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USDA Confirms Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Vermont

Contacts: APHISpress WASHINGTON, April 29, 2022 – The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a non-commercial, backyard flock (non-poultry) in Caledonia County, Vermont. Samples from the flock were tested at the University of Connecticut Veterinary Medical Diagnostic …

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Benefits.gov: 20 Years of Citizen Service

This year, Benefits.gov is celebrating 20 years of citizen service! Since 2002, Benefits.gov has served as the official benefits website of the U.S. government. Benefits.gov has helped over 175 million citizens on their path to finding government assistance. Fun Facts Learn more about Benefits.gov and what we’ve accomplished in the last 20 years: 20th Anniversary …

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Want to Make a Difference for American Agriculture? Come Work for APHIS

APHIS is looking for a passionate and effective leader with experience in animal health and epidemiology. Want to Make a Difference for American Agriculture? Come Work for APHIS Are you a passionate and effective leader with experience in animal health and epidemiology? If so, a job as the Field Operations Associate Deputy Administrator for the …

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A Greener World in WSJ and Martha Stewart

and a convenient comparison chart for grassfed labels View as Webpage Dear Dennis, Some good news! We’re incredibly pleased to be featured in both the Wall Street Journal’s piece, “How to Read a Food Label: A Healthy Skeptic’s Guide to the Buzzwords” (Friday, April 1, 2022) and Martha Stewart’s most recent article, “What the Labels …

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USDA Takes Action to Ensure Continued Rapid Response to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in the United States

Contacts: Mike Stepien - Mike.Stepien Lyndsay Cole – Lyndsay.M.Cole USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is leading a growing response to a large outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). To date, the virus has been confirmed in 29 states, affecting more than 33 million domestic birds. APHIS is working closely with State …

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Women in Ag Local Foods Farm Tour - Sunday, May 15th Discover local food & fiber farms right here in diversified Franklin County!  Nine county-wide farms will be open to the public on Sunday, May 15th (rain or shine) for you, your family, and friends to visit. But before you head out to carpool to the various …

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