Following proper biosecurity and food safety guidelines is key to keeping your flock and food safe. While Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) is a serious concern, it is not a food safety issue as long as you follow recommended precautions.

✅ Always cook poultry and eggs to a safe internal temperature (165°F).
✅ Practice strict biosecurity—limit contact between your birds and wild birds, and disinfect equipment regularly.
✅ Be mindful of cross-species transmission, including bird-to-bird and bird-to-livestock interactions.

Protecting your flock protects your farm! Stay informed and follow guidelines from trusted sources like your local Extension office or USDA.

For more information go to https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/avian/defend-the-flock

Biosecurity HPAI checklist: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/sites/default/files/HPAIchecklist.pdf

Signs of Avian Influenza: https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/animal-health-and-welfare/animal-health/avian-influenza/avian-influenza-companion-animals

If your chickens are sick what to do: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/sites/default/files/bro-protect-poultry-from-ai.pdf