Grippe Aviaire Investigated in U.S. Beef Supply Following Recent Reports
Grippe Aviaire Testing Begins
The upcoming analyses, set to start on September 16, will cover a nationally representative sample of beef. According to a representative from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the meat will not be released to the market until results are finalized.
Background on Infections
Initial studies on cattle impacted by the H5N1 virus wrapped up in late May, prompting confidence in meat safety. Meanwhile, there have been reports of contaminated cats in infected farms, suggesting a possible contamination through the ingestion of colostrum and raw milk from sick cows, as indicated by the French platform ESA.
Incidences Reported
- First reported case at the end of March
- 192 outbreaks documented across 13 states
- Four human cases reported
Infected farms may apply for federal assistance to compensate for dairy production losses.
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