The Iowa Department of Agriculture and the USDA say avian influenza has been detected in a second Sioux County laying flock in the past week. This is Iowa’s sixth detection of H5N1 HPAI within poultry in 2024, and the third this season. Last week there was bird flu detected in a commercial turkey operation in Palo Alto County. Iowa poultry and dairy producers are urged to bolster their biosecurity practices in order to protect their flocks and herds. If producers suspect signs of bird flu in their flocks or herds, they are urged to contact their veterinarian immediately. Eggs and poultry products are still safe to consume.
