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Montanans flock to local eggs and backyard chickens
In recent months, especially with outbreaks of bird flu, egg prices have been playing chicken. Many are flocking to the store to get chicks of their own.
Vaccinating poultry could help cut soaring egg prices but US remains hesitant
The move has been delayed in part because of concerns it could jeopardize chicken exports that totaled nearly $4.7 billion ...
Maryland reports new case of bird flu from backyard flock in Anne Arundel County
The highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza, or bird flu, was detected in a backyard flock in Anne Arundel County​, according to the Maryland Department of Agriculture.
Egg prices continue to hit records as Easter and Passover approach, but some relief may be coming
Egg prices again reached a record high in February, as the bird flu continues to run rampant and Easter and Passover approach ...
Vets Warn to Look Out for These Bird Flu Symptoms in Pets
The dangers of your pet getting bird flu include raw pet food, environmental exposure and more. Three experts explain how to ...
What Are Pasteurized Eggs, and Are They Safer Than Regular Eggs?
These heat-treated eggs are often touted as a safeguard against foodborne illnesses like salmonella. Here’s everything you ...
In bird flu fight, Agriculture Department almost doubling the $1.1 billion already spent
As bird flu continues to spread, impacting poultry farms and the price of eggs, the Agriculture Department says it's almost doubling the amount spent to combat it.
Netherlands starts bird flu vaccination program at hen farm
The Netherlands, one of the world's largest egg exporters, has launched a pilot program on a laying-hen farm to vaccinate ...