DENVER (KDVR) — Avian flu has been detected at a dairy facility in Weld County, according to testing done with the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
According to the release, it’s the first confirmed detection in Colorado dairy in over two years, as Colorado has implemented routine bulk milk tank surveillance testing to ensure the milk supply isn’t impacted.
“Colorado has taken a proactive approach to monitoring and responding to avian influenza, ensuring that early detection leads to swift mitigation measures to protect consumers and our food supply,” State Veterinarian Dr. Maggie Baldwin stated in the release…