Poultry
Colorado Inmate Is First Person in U.S. to Test Positive for H5 Avian Flu
The CDC announced that the one case does not change the human risk assessment for the general public, which is "low" at this time.
Can You Get Bird Flu From Eating Eggs, Chicken? Avian Flu in 24 States
Almost 23 million birds have been killed in the U.S. this year because of the outbreak, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Bird Flu Update As 13M Birds Dead, Emergency Measures in Iowa, Arkansas
The highly infectious avian flu has been found in backyard and commercial poultry flocks, including broiler chickens and turkeys in 17 states.
French Farmers Criticized for Asphyxiating Poultry to Curb Bird Flu
French officials said Tuesday that millions of birds across the country have been infected and had to be killed during the last several months.
South Dakota Kills 85,000 Birds as Avian Flu Outbreak Spreads to State
The state is seeing its first avian flu outbreak since 2015. The disease was first detected in turkeys at two animal feeding facilities.
Highly Pathogenic Bird Flu Now in Almost a Quarter of U.S. States
Avian flu has been detected in commercial and backyard flocks in 12 states, including New York, Michigan, Illinois and Kansas.
Bird Flu Found in These States as Virus Spreads to New York
The detection of bird flu in a backyard flock of birds in New York is the latest in an ongoing spate of cases also involving turkeys and broiler chickens.
Bird Flu Risk to Humans Explained As Virus Detected in Chicken Flock
The detection of the virus in a flock of broiler chickens follows the destruction of 29,000 turkeys in Indiana and widens the current U.S. avian flu outbreak.
U.S. Reports Highly Infectious Strain of Bird Flu in These States
Two new outbreaks were reported just days after the U.S. ordered nearly 30,000 turkeys to be euthanized for testing positive for the disease.
Indiana Farm Euthanizes Nearly 30K Turkeys After Bird Flu Kills 100 Of Them
The turkeys showed signs of avian flu, although health officials say that a food safety risk is not imminent.
Woman Suspects Poultry at Walmart Is Contaminated in Viral Video
"We are in close communication with Tyson, who told us a 'puffed' bag does not indicate spoilage in this case," Walmart said in response.
Poultry Farmers Forced to Kill Half-Million Birds After Avian Flu Outbreak
The outbreak across Europe forced U.K. poultry farmers to kill nearly 500,000 birds after cases had been confirmed in poultry and wild birds.
Here's How to Reheat Turkey Safely After Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving leftovers come with no fuss when it comes to serving them. But there are some factors to bear in mind to safely reheat turkey.
It's Legal to Sell Chicken With Salmonella Bacteria, USDA Mulling Changes
"The hope is that we can significantly reduce the risk of these serious cases, and it's certainly worth the effort," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said.
Those Who Bought Chicken in the Last 10 Years Could Be Eligible for Payment
Tyson Foods, Pilgrim's and George's Farms are among the string of chicken producers involved in a $181 million class action lawsuit.
America's Chicken Wing Shortage is Bad for the Planet
The demand for U.S. chicken abroad increases production at home, production which Karen Davis, president of United Poultry Concerns, said devastates its surrounding environment.
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Baby Chickens Sold Out Nationwide as Americans Panic-Buy Feathery Friends
"People are panic-buying chickens like they did toilet paper," said Tom Watkins, the vice president of Murray McMurray Hatchery in Iowa.
Man Gets Third DWI After Being Pulled Over With a Chicken on His Shoulder
A Wisconsin man was pulled over by police after reports of erratic driving. Officers found empty beer cans in his vehicle and a chicken that had been riding on his shoulder.
2 Million Pounds of Simmons Products May Contain Unsafe Levels of Metal
A recall notice was published by the USDA after the issue was brought to Simmons' attention during further processing.
Police: Animal Rights Activists Steal Farm Chickens
The sheriff's office used a helicopter and 40 deputies to detain protesters.
Hajj 2018: Where Does Halal Food Come From?
When millions of Muslims are set to perform the annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, there's a good chance they'll be eating food from South America.
Massive Chicken Egg Found With A Second Egg Inside
The egg is three times bigger than a normal egg.
Is Turkey Better Than Beef for the Environment?
Cows might have a higher carbon footprint, but they upcycle foods that people cannot eat.
Avian Flu Threatens Poultry Industry
Approximately 43 million birds at farms across the country have been hit by this year's outbreak.