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HPAI Alert: Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in New Michigan Dairy Herd
MDARD Director Tim Boring has confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) cases in dairy herds across Allegan, Clinton, Gratiot, Ingham, and Isabella counties. The Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory…
Read MoreBeware of Scams: Michigan Attorney General Issues Post-Storm Consumer Alerts
In response to severe weather wreaking havoc in West Michigan, Attorney General Dana Nessel is sounding the alarm on potential scams targeting residents grappling with storm aftermath. With Governor Whitmer’s…
Read MoreCelebrate Drinking Water Week: Learn About Your Water Quality!
May 5 – 11 marks Drinking Water Week, a time to raise awareness about the importance of clean drinking water. This year, we’re proud to celebrate the 50th anniversary of…
Read MoreProtect Your Home and Family: MDARD’s Guide to Creating Tick-Safe Zones
As the weather warms up, so does the risk of encountering ticks, posing potential health threats to outdoor enthusiasts and pets alike. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development…
Read MoreMDARD Releases Guidance on ‘HPAI Risk Reduction Response Order’
In response to the ongoing threat of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has enacted the “HPAI Risk Reduction Response Order (HRRRO).”…
Read MoreProtect Yourself: Understanding the Danger of Measles and How to Stay Safe
Don’t wait until it’s too late. Act now to safeguard yourself and your loved ones from the dangers of measles. Learn more about prevention and vaccination at Michigan.gov/Measles. Your health…
Read MoreMichigan Health Authorities Urge Caution on Raw Milk Consumption Amid Avian Influenza Outbreak
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) have issued a joint reminder to residents regarding the dangers of consuming…
Read MoreAlert: Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in Newaygo County Flock
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been found in a commercial poultry facility in Newaygo County, marking Michigan’s seventh such case since 2022. With wild birds migrating, the risk remains…
Read MoreHPAI Outbreak in Michigan Dairy Herds: MDARD Urges Enhanced Biosecurity
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) announced the detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in dairy herds in three new counties: Ionia, Isabella, and Ottawa, in…
Read MorePublic Notice: Proposed Bovine TB Testing Order in Benzie and Manistee Counties
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has proposed a bovine tuberculosis (TB) testing order in specific areas of Benzie and Manistee counties due to the detection of…
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