Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has significantly impacted poultry flocks in southern Minnesota during the current outbreak. The region has experienced a substantial number of confirmed cases, leading to significant culling of affected birds. This outbreak poses a considerable threat to the state’s poultry industry and underscores the ongoing challenges of managing HPAI outbreaks. The situation necessitates continued biosecurity measures and monitoring to prevent further spread.
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Northwest Naturals issued a voluntary recall of their Feline Turkey Recipe raw frozen pet food (sell-by dates between May 21, 2026, and June 23, 2026) after a cat’s death was linked to bird flu contamination in the food. Testing confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in the affected batch, sold nationwide. Consumers are advised to discard recalled products and contact the company for a refund. While state officials monitor household members for symptoms, no human cases have been reported, although the CDC recently noted a severe U.S. human case linked to another H5N1 exposure.
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