Where things stand, and Nebraska’s new order [Video]

OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — What’s commonly called bird flu, or highly pathogenic avian influenza, has been found in dairy cattle in five states: Texas, New Mexico, Kansas, Michigan, and Idaho.

In response, Nebraska’s ag leaders have ordered that all breeding female dairy cattle entering the state get a special permit.

3 News Now’s Mary Nelson talked to State Veterinarian Roger Dudley, DMV, about protecting the dairy herd and what – as consumers – we should know about the safety impacts.

We’re sharing most of that interview unedited to help answer your questions.

Continue reading for the full statement from the Nebraska Department of Agriculture.

The Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) continues to monitor the detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus in dairy cattle. HPAI has been detected in lactating dairy cattle in Texas, New Mexico, Kansas, Michigan, and Idaho. At this time, there have been no reported detections …