How The H5N1 Bird Flu Outbreak Affects Poultry Prices
The bird flu crisis is hitting home, and it's not just about health; it's shaking up the poultry industry and our wallets too.
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Grant County Bird Flu Confirmed – Protect Your Poultry Now
First bird flu case of the season confirmed in Moses Lake, Grant County. WSDA urges poultry owners to strengthen biosecurity.
Are Eggs, Milk, Beef Safe to Consume During Bird Flu Crisis?
Egg prices are higher than ever before amid a bird flu outbreak in the U.S.
According to the Associated Press, a dozen Grade A eggs in the U.S. averages $4.95 for the first time ever.
In Washington, the state experiences more chicken flock culling operations than any other state in the country with 11 culls this year alone...
Health Alert: Avian Flu Found in WA House Cats
House cats consuming potentially contaminated pet food contract bird flu in Washington.
Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) alerts pet owners at least two domestic, indoor cats in have become infected with Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)...
Never Buy Eggs Again in Washington
With nationwide egg prices reaching over $5 a dozen and rising, you might wonder if continuing to buy eggs is worth the pain.
The rise in egg prices mainly derives from Avian Influenza (H5N1) becoming a bigger and bigger problem throughout the nation...
State Vet Reminding Pet Owners To Be Cautious
A cat in Oregon’s Washington County was recently euthanized after coming down with avian influenza, following exposure to wild birds. The owner said the kitten was outdoors fulltime, and that they live next to a wildlife refuge, exposed to wild waterfowl. While new reports ...
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This means that the average price of a dozen large eggs could be nearly $5 by the end of 2025 which would be the highest-ever recorded average price for a dozen eggs
Health Officials Issue Avian Flu Warnings For Bird Hunters
In the wake of numerous infections and the first death from avian influenza (bird flu) in a human in the U.S., the Grant County Health District is recommending numerous precautions for waterfowl hunters.
Health officials are advising hunters to stay alert for any sick or dead birds they might encounter, and to take other precautions including wearing protective eyewear, gloves, and a facemask when
Protect Your Feline Friends: The Dangers of Raw Food
Protect your furry friends! Wenatchee Valley Humane Society warns against raw meat and dairy for cats due to bird flu risks.