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Flock Talk: HPAI Updates and Biosecurity Strategies

March 27, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) detections have increased in Pennsylvania and across the United States, with risk levels expected to remain high throughout the spring migration season. This webinar, presented by the Penn State Extension Poultry Team, will provide an overview of HPAI, the current outbreak situation, and clinical signs of the disease. Participants will also learn where to seek assistance if they suspect sick birds and explore practical biosecurity strategies to protect small flocks and backyard poultry.

EVENT DETAILS

This two-hour webinar will be led by experts from Penn State Extension and the Penn State Departments of Animal Science and Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences.

WHEN

March 27, 2025
(6:00 PM-8:00 PM ET)

Register By: March 27, 2025
This event is free of charge.

Who is this for?

Small flock and backyard poultry owners
4-H families that raise poultry
Anyone interested in learning more about the current HPAI outbreak
What will you learn?

The basics of Avian Influenza
An overview of the current HPAI situation in Pennsylvania and the United States
Clinical signs of HPAI and what bird owners should watch for
Steps to take if birds are sick or dying
Practical biosecurity strategies for small poultry flocks
This event is being offered at no charge to participants.

Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.

A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.

Register By
March 27, 2025

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