Avian Influenza Virus in Cow’s Milk

In April, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced they are investigating an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus impacting dairy cows in multiple states. FDA testing found particles of the virus in 1 out of 5 samples of retail milk.

NCG has put together resources to assist co-op staff in answering customer questions on this topic. For updates on the situation as it evolves visit FDA Alerts, Advisories and Safety Information.