"Avian Flu Outbreak: New Restrictions Implemented as Virus Spreads to Dairy Cattle in Multiple States"

Utah implements new restrictions on dairy cattle imports from states affected by a suspected avian flu outbreak in cattle, requiring certificates of veterinary inspection and a statement confirming no signs of the disease. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported four cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in cattle in Kansas and Texas, prompting Utah officials to monitor the situation and conduct additional testing on suspect dairies. While there is no concern about the safety of the commercial milk supply, the disease has been a major issue for the past two years, impacting millions of wild and farm birds and contributing to a rise in egg prices.