Mike Valadao CowManager Bird Flu

A Proactive Approach to Managing Bird Flu in Dairy Operations

Words no producer wants to hear: Cows at the neighboring dairy have the bird flu virus September 17, 2025 – Mike Valadao of Valadao Dairy in Hanford, Calif., knew highly pathogenic avian influenza type A H5N1 (more commonly known as bird flu) was coming his way after hearing reports of neighboring dairies experiencing symptoms. He knew it […]

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Tips Managing HPAI Dairies

Tips for Managing HPAI Risk on Dairies

Tips for Managing HPAI (Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza) Risk on Dairies Avian influenza or “bird flu” is caused by infection with avian influenza Type A viruses.  These viruses spread naturally among wild aquatic birds worldwide and can also infect domestic poultry and other bird and animal species. Bird flu viruses do not normally infect humans, […]

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