The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and the United States Department of Agriculture have detected a case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a dairy herd in Sioux County. This is now the 8th case of Avian Influenza in a dairy herd in Iowa this spring, the 6th case in Sioux County.
There is no concern about the safety of pasteurized milk or dairy products. Pasteurization has continually proven to successfully inactivate bacteria and viruses, like influenza, in milk. It also remains safe to enjoy 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.
The Center for Disease Control believes the threat to the general public remains low.
Zach Tomesch, News Director KFJB