Strathcona County Council has declared a state of agricultural disaster, recognizing the challenges this year’s historic rainfall events have had on the agricultural community. Read more here.

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been found in a flock in the area. This virus spreads easily and can infect many kinds of birds. Producers should follow strong biosecurity steps and watch for any signs of sickness.

Wild birds —especially waterfowl— can carry the virus, so it can’t be fully kept out of Canada. A good biosecurity plan is still the best way to protect domestic poultry.

For questions, visit Avian influenza in domestic birds | Alberta.ca or call the Office of the Chief Provincial Veterinarian at
(780) 427-3448.