USDA – Fall 2015 HPAI Preparedness & Response Plan

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USDA – Fall 2015 HPAI Preparedness & Response Plan

Since it was first identified in the United States in December 2014 in the Pacific Northwest, highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been detected in commercial and backyard poultry flocks, wild birds, or captive wild birds in 21 States.

TN HPAI Response Plan – Aug. 24, 2015 DRAFT

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TN HPAI Response Plan – Aug. 24, 2015 DRAFT

The purpose of this document is to describe the basic response procedures for addressing the potential or actual presence of the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus (HPAI) in poultry in the state of Tennessee.

USDA – Ventilation Shutdown Evidence & Policy, Sept. 18, 2015

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USDA – Ventilation Shutdown Evidence & Policy, Sept. 18, 2015

Please note: This evidence and policy may be revised as the situation develops or more information is available. Rapid stamping-out is needed to prevent continued virus shedding and further amplification of HPAI.

In-House Composting – Delmarva’s Experience

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In-House Composting – Delmarva’s Experience

The importance of having effective and pre-approved carcass disposal options became apparent during the 2002 outbreak of Low Pathogenic H7N2 Avian Influenza (AI) in Virginia. To prepare for a possible AI outbreak on Delmarva …

Composting for AI Virus Elimination – technical paper

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Composting for AI Virus Elimination – technical paper

Composting is the natural degradation of organic resources (such as poultry carcasses) by microorganisms. Research in Maryland, Delaware, and North Carolina indicates that composting is effective in killing a variety of diseases including avian influenza (AI) …

Animal Mortalities in TN – UT Extension

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Animal Mortalities in TN – UT Extension

Animal deaths are a regrettable but sometimes unavoidable part of livestock production. Once an animal dies, it is important to handle and dispose of the carcass in a way that reduces the potential for impacting the health of humans …