Are you looking for resources on biosecurity for poultry? Biosecurity is important, especially if there are confirmed cases of avian influenza. There are multiple resources available for commercial operators as well as backyard flock owners. It takes all owners of poultry to follow biosecurity practices to reduce the risk of avian influenza and other infectious diseases. This portal contains information gathered from reputable sources and consists of:
- Educational videos
- Links to information sheets, checklists, and biosecurity practice guides
- Links to reputable sources for additional information
Educational Videos
- Avian Influenza - What you Need to Know
Source: Virginia Poultry Federation
- Biosecurity Practices to Protect your Poultry
Source: USDA APHIS (United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service)
- Preventing Avian Influenza Introductions: Focus on the Big Risks
Source: USDA APHIS (United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service)
- How Avian Influenza Affects Us All
Source: USDA APHIS (United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service)
- Defend your Flock from Poultry Disease - Know the Signs and How to Respond
Source: USDA APHIS (United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Additional Resources
- Resource Guides and Information Sheets
The following are resources available from USDA APHIS - Defend the Flock Program
Resources developed by the Virginia Department of Agriculture (VDACS)
- How to Report Sick Birds
To report sick birds, please call USDA APHIS at 1-866-536-7593
Signs of illness in poultry - images
- Website Links Containing Biosecurity Resources
We've compiled a list of reputable sources for biosecurity information.
- USDA Avian Health Website
- USDA Defend the Flock Program
- Center for Disease Control and Prevention
- National Turkey Federation
- National Chicken Council
- Virginia Poultry Federation
- Extension Disaster Education Network
- United States Animal Health Association - State Veterinarian finder
- State Departments of Agriculture
- West Virginia Department of Agriculture
- Virginia Department of Agriculture
- Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine
- Iowa State University - www.PoultryBiosecurity.org
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