RALEIGH, N.C. — The World Health Organization designated North Carolina as free from highly pathogenic avian influenza on Monday, April 28. This means the state may resume exports and international trade for poultry products.
“This designated status change is a welcome one from the standpoint of trade,” Steve Troxler, N.C. agriculture commissioner, said in a statement. “But it is important to note that the virus causing HPAI is still present within wild bird populations in our state. Poultry owners are encouraged to continue to follow strict biosecurity measures and monitor their flocks for signs of illness. Steps should be. . .
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