LANSING, Mich. (Michigan News Source) – The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) confirmed that for the first time in Michigan, avian flu has been found in cows.
Officials said the herd of infected cows are from Montcalm County. However, the avian flu is not deadly to cows. The cattle are expected to recover in a few days.
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The cows originally came from Texas on March 17. The first cow became ill on March 20.
“We have well-trained staff responding to this situation and I have the utmost confidence in our team. We will continue working with our local, state, and national partners to protect animal and public health,” said Director Tim Boring in a press release. “Our highest priorities at MDARD remain protecting our food supply and ensuring animal health. As this situation evolves, we will provide critical updates to producers, industry, and all Michiganders.”
MDARD said the infection will not impact milk supply since pasteurization kills the virus.
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