Sep 15, 2025

Ag Minute: Avian Flu outbreak

Posted Sep 15, 2025 12:45 PM
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Avian flu continues to spread across poultry farms in the Midwest.   Officials confirm the virus has now struck turkey farms in both North Dakota and South Dakota.  

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So far, more than 55,000 birds have been killed in efforts to contain the outbreak and prevent it from spreading further.  

The disease has already been a major concern for both chicken and turkey producers nationwide, with flocks culled quickly to protect the industry and food supply.  

Here’s John Jenkinson with today’s Ag Minute