The USDA confirmed that bird flu has been detected in a pig on an Oregon farm. This is the first known case of H5N1 in U.S. swine. The farm, located in Crook County, has been quarantined, and officials emphasize there is no risk to the national food supply.
Just The Facts:
• Location: A small farm in Crook County, Oregon, with poultry and livestock.
• First Detection: This is the first confirmed case of H5N1 bird flu in a U.S. pig.
• Quarantine: The farm is under quarantine to prevent the virus from spreading.
• Food Safety: USDA says there’s no impact on the national pork supply as this farm doesn’t produce for commercial markets.
• Human Health: Genomic tests show no signs of the virus spreading to humans.
Why It Matters: This first-ever case of bird flu in a U.S. pig shows the importance of biosecurity on farms with mixed animals. The USDA advises farmers to review safety measures to protect their animals, workers, and families from potential outbreaks.
What’s Next: More tests are being done on other animals on the farm, and additional genetic sequencing is underway to understand the virus better. USDA and public health officials will provide updates as they learn more.
Thom Chandler
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