Protecting backyard chickens from avian influenza takes implementation of a consistent biosecurity regimen that reduces the potential for the virus to be introduced to your farm. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)

What is avian influenza? Fast facts on ‘bird flu’ in the U.S.

The avian flu continues to be cited for an increase in egg prices. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

HPAI continues to affect turkey and egg production

Naturally colored eggs are the result of hybrid crosses of birds. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Verbal disaster declaration for HPAI issued for Colorado county

Hungry red fox standing before henhouse showing tongue. (iStock │ #687460018 - phalder)

A fox in the henhouse

Close up view of a white chicken. (iStock │ #1222480328 - membio)

Bare backs, bare butts – mating, molting, or mites?

Photo by Dave Bergmeier.

Poultry and egg production poised for stability

Highly pathogenic avian influenza is extremely contagious in poultry. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)

Arkansas webinars focus on HPAI prevention

Highly pathogenic avian influenza most often spreads when commercial or domestic poultry contract the virus from migratory birds in the wild. (Photo by Mitchell Alcala, OSU Agriculture)

Nebraska reports avian flu case in commercial flock