WILLMAR, Minn. — The USDA has recently approved the import of live avian metapneumovirus vaccine (aMPV) into the United States. Vaxxinova, based in Italy, will begin shipping its Vaxxon® SHS vaccine. According to the company, this vaccine is a lyophilized live attenuated metapneumovirus vaccine to protect poultry against swollen head syndrome.
“This landmark approval is a testament to our commitment to advance animal health and meet the needs of our customers,” Brian Harberts, spokesperson and managing director with Vaxxinova, said. “The USDA’s decision marks an important milestone for the U.S. turkey and poultry industry who have been. . .