Currently, there is an unprecedented surge of bird flu cases in North America that should be deeply troubling to anyone who cares about their food security.
Of course, the mainstream media won’t connect the dots for you, but here are the facts:
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, 92.34 million birds have been killed since the flu hit our shores. The CDC has identified outbreaks in 48 states. At the rate it's been spreading, this pandemic will likely have far-reaching consequences for America's food supply chain.
Read on for a list of the most recent outbreaks. We recommend you bookmark this page. We will post regular updates as new cases emerge.
Major U.S. Bird Flu & Chicken Incidents Since November 2023
Seventh Outbreak in June: Iowa Now an Epicenter of Cross-Species Flu Transmission
A fifth outbreak of avian influenza (H5N1) has been confirmed in Sioux County, Iowa. This case—now the seventh outbreak in Iowa since June—impacts a dairy herd of 10,000 cows. Concerns are growing that Iowa is becoming one of the epicenters of the rapid cross-species transmission of avian flu into cattle. READ MORE
Bird Flu Outbreak Reported in Minnesota Dairy Herd: State's First
June 2024 - Minnesota reported its first bird flu outbreak in a dairy herd, with over 40 symptomatic cows. The animals were tested on June 3. The USDA’s National Veterinary Services Laboratories confirmed the positive test on the night of June 5, triggering a 30-day quarantine. READ MORE
Bird Flu in Northwestern Iowa: Jumps to Cattle, 1,700 Affected
June 2024 – Bird flu outbreak in large Northwest Iowa dairy farm; 1,700 cows euthanized. This incident marks yet another case in the alarmingly rapid transmission of bird flu to cattle — a cross-species jump that is increasing across the US. The economic toll on area farmers grows by the day. READ MORE
Outbreak at an Iowa Egg Farm
May 2024 – Iowa's poultry industry suffered a devastating blow, with 4.2 million chickens culled due to a severe bird flu outbreak. This incident underscores the virus's significant impact on poultry production in the state. READ MORE
Massive Fire at Illinois Poultry Farm
May 2024 – A fire at an Illinois poultry farm resulted in the loss of tens of thousands of chickens. This suspicious event has prompted investigations into possible causes and raised alarms about farm infrastructure vulnerabilities. READ MORE
Cal-Maine Foods Culling Chickens in Texas
April 2024 – Cal-Maine Foods, one of America's largest egg producers, culled nearly 2 million chickens in Texas after detecting bird flu. The company also temporarily shuttered its Texas facility, illustrating the extensive impact of the outbreak. READ MORE
Cal-Maine Foods Culling Chickens in Michigan
April 2024 – In a continuation of April's events, Cal-Maine Foods had to cull an additional 1.6 million chickens across Texas and Michigan. The repeated outbreaks highlight the challenges in controlling the virus. READ MORE
Outbreak at New Mexico Chicken Farm
April 2024 – A bird flu outbreak at a New Mexico chicken farm led to significant measures to control the virus. This event marked the first major outbreak in the region, raising concerns among local farmers. READ MORE
Outbreak in Michigan
April 2024 – Michigan's poultry industry was heavily hit, with 6.5 million chickens culled in a single month. This outbreak illustrated the virus's severe impact on poultry production in the state. READ MORE
Outbreak at a Minnesota Farm: Bird Flu Threat Looms for Cattle
March 2024 – In an alarming development, bird flu has begun to affect cattle, raising concerns about its potential impact on the livestock industry. The virus, traditionally confined to avian species, has now experienced unprecedented crossover causing significant worry among farmers and health officials. READ MORE
Egg Shortages Arise as Millions of Chickens Lost to Bird Flu in California
January 2024 – California's Central Valley has faced significant challenges as millions of egg-laying chickens were lost due to a severe bird flu outbreak. This has led to widespread egg shortages, impacting both local farmers and consumers. The incident highlights the fragility of the poultry supply chain in the face of such viral threats. READ MORE
Fire at Delaware Farm
December 2023 – A devastating fire at a Delaware farm resulted in the death of 200,000 chickens. This unfortunate incident led to significant poultry losses and raised concerns about farm safety measures. The incident further strains the poultry supply chain during a crucial period. READ MORE
Oregon Poultry Farms Outbreak: 790,000 Culled
November 2023 – Oregon faced a severe bird flu crisis, with four outbreaks leading to the euthanization of approximately 790,000 birds. This outbreak significantly impacted local egg supplies and market prices. READ MORE
Outbreak at Alabama Chicken Farm
November 2023 – An Alabama chicken farm was quarantined and 48,000 birds were culled following the detection of highly pathogenic avian flu. This outbreak led to increased biosecurity measures across the state. READ MORE
Massive Nebraska Culling in Nebraska
November 2023 – A bird flu outbreak in Nebraska prompted the slaughter of 1.8 million chickens. The state has since implemented stricter monitoring protocols for poultry farms, but only time will tell if such measures will effective. READ MORE
Arkansas Poultry Company Shutdown and Chicken Euthanasia
December 2023 – An Arkansas poultry company had to shut down operations, leaving farmers with hundreds of thousands of chickens to euthanize. The economic and emotional toll on the farming community was considerable. READ MORE
Minnesota Egg Farm Faces Bird Flu Outbreak
November 2023 – A bird flu outbreak at a Minnesota egg farm has resulted in the culling of approximately 1 million chickens. Authorities acted swiftly in an attempt to prevent further spread. READ MORE
Outbreak at an Iowa Egg Farm
November 2023 – A bird flu outbreak at an Iowa egg farm necessitated the culling of 1.2 million chickens. The discovery of the virus prompted immediate action to prevent further spread. READ MORE
Outbreak at an Ohio Egg Farm
November 2023 – Shortly after, in Ohio, an egg farm faced a similar situation, leading to the slaughter of 1.35 million chickens. This significant loss highlights the virus's rapid spread and the drastic measures required to control it. READ MORE
Outbreak in British Columbia’s Fraser Valley
November 2023 – British Columbia's Fraser Valley experienced one of the most severe outbreaks, with nearly 5 million chickens killed due to avian flu. This incident underscored the virus's potential to devastate large poultry populations quickly. READ MORE
This story is not going away. Bookmark this page and check back regularly to get the most recent outbreak reports. And as always, stay alert and stay prepared, friends.
In liberty,
Grant Miller
Preparedness Advisor, My Patriot Supply
