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July 2014 Articles

La. Farmers plant record-low cotton acreage
U.S. Protein Exports Weaker Year-to-Date in 2013
Horse Expert Lists Benefits of Horse Ownership
Beef prices rise as summer grilling season starts
LSU AgCenter Nutrition Expert Tells What Makes Figs So Special
Forage Availability and Production in 2013
Rice farmers join reception for state legislators
Rice farmers join reception for state legislators
Master Gardener program continues to grow
As the Temperature Rises, So Do Water Requirements 
Parasite resistance concerns cattle industry experts
Herbicide-Resistant Weeds Another Limitation to Crop Production
Did You Know?
New research facility to benefit ‘gator’ farmers
Rose of Sharon adds to summer landscapes; Aphrodite named Louisiana Super Plant
WRDA Passage Essential for Economic Growth
Statement by Bob Stallman, President, American Farm Bureau Federation Regar
USDA Predicts Record Corn Crop Despite Early Challenges Source: www.fb.or
Statement by Bob Stallman, President, American Farm Bureau Federation, Regarding
Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on Forecast for U.S. Agricultur
Statement by Bob Stallman, President, American Farm Bureau Federation Regarding
AFBF Urges Congress to Keep Current Tax Tools
Poultry producers hear about litter management plans
Chain saw safety
Crop production field day set for June 19 in St. Joseph
Natural resources symposium set for Aug. 1-2 in Baton Rouge
Banana Pudding cake
Spiritual Corner
AFBF Lays Out Tax Reform Wish List
Strain Urges Horse Owners to Prepare for
New Legislation Needed to Maintain Movement of Grains
New Electronic Heat Detection for Beef Cattle
Rabies in Horses
Be careful when considering insecticide use
Ag economy grows to record high of $11.4 billion in 2012
Making Hay in the Springtime
Did You Know?
EPA officials learn about Louisiana agriculture
Statement by Bob Stallman, President, American Farm Bureau Federation, Regarding
Court Refuses to Dismiss Poultry Farmer’s Suit Against EPA
Container, newly planted plants need special watering care
Did You Know?
• Avian Influenza
Eating Crow
USDA and EPA Release New Report on Honey Bee Health
Thanks to Our Mothers
Simply Delicious Strawberry Cake
Hay Quality Impacted by Five Factors
Founding Fathers
Just Rambling, July 2014

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Avian Influenza

Avian Influenza Source: LSU AgCenter
What is avian influenza (bird flu)? Avian influenza is a contagious disease caused by the type A influenza virus. In poultry, there are two forms of the disease. There is a “low pathogenic” (low virulence) form that causes mild symptoms and may even be undetected, and there is a “high pathogenic” (high virulence) form that spreads rapidly and kills many birds. What are the hosts for avian influenza? All avian species may be susceptible to avian influenza, but waterfowl are the reservoir for the influenza A virus. Waterfowl can carry the virus without showing signs of sickness. Also, migratory birds may spread avian influenza, but their role in the spread of the virus is not completely understood. How is avian influenza transmitted from bird to bird? Avian influenza is transmitted from bird to bird through direct contact with nasal and respiratory secretions, saliva and feces from infected birds. What are the signs of avian influenza in birds? The signs of avian influenza can vary. Birds with avian influenza may exhibit some of the following signs: decreased feed intake, reduced egg production, ruffled feathers, swollen heads, coughing, sneezing, diarrhea, depression and death. How is avian influenza transmitted to humans? Avian influenza does not usually infect humans. The virus does not spread easily from birds to humans, but human cases can occur. Avian influenza may be transferred from birds to people by direct contact with infected birds, contact with environments contaminated with feces or through an intermediate host (such as a pig). What are the signs of avian influenza in humans? The symptoms of avian influenza in humans can vary, depending on the type of virus causing the infection. The symptoms can be typical flu-like symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat or muscle aches. Other symptoms are eye infections, pneumonia or respiratory diseases. What will happen if my birds are infected with avian influenza? There is no treatment for avian influenza. Therefore, control and eradication must take place when an outbreak occurs. Infected flocks will be quarantined and killed. The carcasses and animal products will be disposed of, and the facilities will be cleaned and disinfected. Facilities will remain empty for at least 21 days before repopulating. Also, surveillance around affected flocks will be conducted. How can I prevent avian influenza from infecting my flock? Many virus subtypes can affect poultry. There is no way to predict which type will infect a flock, so vaccines are usually not practical. Prevention must occur through biosecurity practices. These practices include: preventing contact between poultry and wild birds, their feces and their respiratory secretions; avoiding the introduction of birds of unknown disease status into the flock; proper cleaning and disinfection of facilities; controlling human traffic; and allowing only one age group of birds per farm.

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