Dairy Industry Update - HPAI in Dairy Cows
Event Details
Date
July 10, 2024
Time
3pm-4pm
Location
Webinar
Host
Cornell CALS PRO-Dairy

The Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza virus remains a concern for New York farmers.
New York Farm Bureau (NYFB) and Northeast Dairy Producers Association (NEDPA) are hosting a special webinar at 3:00 PM EST July 10 in collaboration with Cornell CALS PRO-DAIRY. Panelists will feature experts from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets, and American Association of Bovine Practitioners. The goal is to provide current and recommendations to help guide management on the farm.
Panelists
• Robert Lynch, DVM, Cornell CALS PRO-DAIRY
• Joe Nelson, NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
• Casey McCue, NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets
• Mike Capel, DVM, Perry Veterinary Clinic, President- American Association of Bovine Practitioners
• NEDPA and NYFB staff
The webinar will be recorded and shared after the live session.
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