Even though Pennsylvania has avoided any new cases of the avian flu over the last two weeks, agriculture officials are still encouraging poultry owners to be aware.
Deputy Agriculture Secretary Lisa Graybeal says farmers statewide have taken significant biosecurity measures to protect their flock. However, Graybeal says the threat is not over.
“No matter the size of the operation, every bird on every farm in every chicken coop, field, backyard, or poultry house is at risk. It is a dangerous transmissible disease and we all need to keep that in mind,” Graybeal said.
Graybeal says she’s also appreciative of the efforts from state employees and researchers who have helped to curb the spread of the avian flu.
