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Protect Your Flock and Herd: Bird Flu Prevention and Protection - Williston

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Add to Calendar 2025-12-17 18:00:00 2025-12-17 20:00:00 Protect Your Flock and Herd: Bird Flu Prevention and Protection - Williston Producers across North Dakota will have the opportunity to learn practical, on-the-ground strategies to keep their operations healthy this December through a series of five, in-person sessions led by Dr. Jake Galbreath, NDSU Extension Veterinarian.As Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) continues to impact poultry and dairy operations across the region, North Dakota farmers and ranchers remain on high alert.About the SessionsDuring these free, in-person meetings, Dr. Galbreath will discuss the current HPAI situation and share practical steps producers can take now to protect their animals, workers, and livelihoods. Each session includes demonstrations, up-to-date information, and time for open discussion.Participants will learn about:How HPAI spreads and early symptoms in poultry, dairy cattle, and humansEffective biosecurity and hygiene practices for farms of all sizesProper use and demonstrations of personal protective equipment (PPE)Seasonal flu vaccination guidanceWhat to do if you suspect HPAI in your animals and how to report concernsQ&A with opportunities to discuss local challenges and best practicesWhether managing a commercial operation or caring for a backyard flock, attendees will gain clear, actionable tools they can put into practice immediately.The Williston location will provide light refreshments. Who Should AttendPoultry and dairy producersBackyard flock ownersFarm workers and managersExtension partners, ag educators, and local leadersAnyone interested in learning more about HPAI and farm biosecurityAll sessions are free and open to the public.Statewide Effort to Support ProducersThese sessions are part of a broader partnership between the North Dakota Health and Human Services (NDHHS), NDSU Public Health, NDSU Extension, and NDSU Animal Sciences. Through this statewide HPAI education initiative (July 2025 - January 2026), the project team will provide direct outreach, on-farm visits, and educational materials.The effort is designed to help producers understand disease risks, protect farm labor, improve biosecurity, and strengthen North Dakota’s agricultural resilience. Williams County Highway Building: Conference Room- 5246, 141st Ave NW Williston, ND 58801 NDSU Agriculture no-reply@ndsu.edu America/Chicago public
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Williams County Highway Building: Conference Room- 5246, 141st Ave NW Williston, ND 58801
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Producers across North Dakota will have the opportunity to learn practical, on-the-ground strategies to keep their operations healthy this December through a series of five, in-person sessions led by Dr. Jake Galbreath, NDSU Extension Veterinarian.

As Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) continues to impact poultry and dairy operations across the region, North Dakota farmers and ranchers remain on high alert.

About the Sessions

During these free, in-person meetings, Dr. Galbreath will discuss the current HPAI situation and share practical steps producers can take now to protect their animals, workers, and livelihoods. Each session includes demonstrations, up-to-date information, and time for open discussion.

Participants will learn about:

  • How HPAI spreads and early symptoms in poultry, dairy cattle, and humans
  • Effective biosecurity and hygiene practices for farms of all sizes
  • Proper use and demonstrations of personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination guidance
  • What to do if you suspect HPAI in your animals and how to report concerns
  • Q&A with opportunities to discuss local challenges and best practices

Whether managing a commercial operation or caring for a backyard flock, attendees will gain clear, actionable tools they can put into practice immediately.

The Williston location will provide light refreshments.

Who Should Attend

  • Poultry and dairy producers
  • Backyard flock owners
  • Farm workers and managers
  • Extension partners, ag educators, and local leaders
  • Anyone interested in learning more about HPAI and farm biosecurity

All sessions are free and open to the public.

Statewide Effort to Support Producers

These sessions are part of a broader partnership between the North Dakota Health and Human Services (NDHHS), NDSU Public Health, NDSU Extension, and NDSU Animal Sciences. Through this statewide HPAI education initiative (July 2025 - January 2026), the project team will provide direct outreach, on-farm visits, and educational materials.

The effort is designed to help producers understand disease risks, protect farm labor, improve biosecurity, and strengthen North Dakota’s agricultural resilience.

Contact Information

Contact Information

Kelly Leo
kelly.leo@ndsu.edu
701-577-4595

Requests for accommodations related to disability should be made to the event contact person at least two weeks in advance of the event.