The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship announced that they have detected a case of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a commercial turkey flock in Calhoun County. This is the 8th detection of the bird flu in domestic birds in Iowa in 2025.
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship is strongly encouraging Iowa poultry producers and backyard flock owners to bolster their biosecurity practices and protocols to protect their flocks. It remains safe to enjoy eggs and poultry products.
As a reminder, consumers should always properly handle and cook eggs and poultry products, including cooking to an internal temperature of 165˚F. More information can be found at the Iowa Department of Agriculture website.
Zach Tomesch, News Director KFJB