by piecenter | Jan 26, 2026
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), also known as Bird Flu, is a type A virus that primarily affects wild birds worldwide and can impact poultry, cattle, and other mammals. While there have been periods of low HPAI exposure reports, there is an ongoing U.S....
by piecenter | Jan 26, 2026
Haemaphysalis longicornis (Asian longhorned tick) presents a growing threat to cattle health in the United States, causing anemia, weight loss, and even death. Despite the expanding distribution of this tick and the need for prevention, there is limited research on...
by piecenter | Jan 26, 2026
Bird flu is caused by the H5N1 subtype of influenza A virus. Among migratory birds and poultry, this virus can be highly contagious and cause severe disease and death. Biosecurity and proper hygiene significantly reduce this risk. This publication aims to help owners...
by piecenter | Jan 26, 2026
This publication provides a biosecurity plan template for livestock exhibitions. Due to the presence of large crowds in proximity to animals, these exhibitions can increase the risk of infectious disease outbreaks. This template is a framework specific to exhibitions,...
by piecenter | Sep 11, 2023
Millennial consumers are stepping into important roles as decision makers and consumers. A knowledge and communication gap exists between cattle producers and consumers this knowledge seeking generation. This study focused on collegiate millennials’ perceptions of...