Producer HPAI Resources
UEP and the AEB/UEP Crisis Communications Team are here to support you and your operations. We have assembled these resources to assist you in effectively preparing and responding to an HPAI event and will update this page as needed. You should consult with state veterinarians, state regulatory agencies and trusted business partners in your decision making. Please contact UEP if we can further assist you. The communications team is available to assist with media requests, and we encourage you to take advantage of their expertise and communication materials.
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PRIMARY AND NEW RESOURCES
USDA APHIS Confirmed HPAI Findings in Wild Birds
Click here for 2022 and 2023 wild bird detections which include location and HPAI strain. This webpage is updated weekly.
USDA APHIS Guidance Documents
APHIS will post new guidance documents on this page as they become available.
U.S. Egg Industry Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Crisis Communications Plan
This plan offers comprehensive guidance for producers, national and state organizations and industry partners and includes key messaging, FAQs, templates, tools and checklists
“About Bird Flu” website
This website features FAQs, animations, infographics for customers, consumers and media.
Biosecurity
USDA APHIS strongly advises all producers to heighten biosecurity. Vigilance in setting and maintaining advanced biosecurity protocols, with compliance by all employees and service providers, is key to disease prevention. Click below for information about USDA Defend the Flock program, UEP videos, biosecurity measures and more resources
National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP)
USDA APHIS requires auditable biosecurity plans for larger-sized operations to receive indemnity payments with biosecurity principles established by the National Poultry Improvement Plan
NPIP Program Standards Biosecurity Principles
Biosecurity Principles Audit Form
Affected Producers Guidance
Immediate reporting is critical to keep HPAI from spreading. If you suspect HPAI, contact your local or state veterinarian immediately and your state association.
APHIS What to Expect if You Suspect
APHIS Warning Signs and Pictures of HPAI Infected Birds
APHIS HPAI New State Check List
APHIS HPAI Response Ready Reference Guide—Overview of Zones
APHIS HPAI Response Interim Recommendations on PPE for Selected Activities
Communication Tools
U.S. Egg Industry Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Crisis Communications Plan
This plan offers comprehensive guidance for producers, national and state organizations and industry partners and includes key messaging, FAQs, templates, tools and checklists
“About Bird Flu” website
This website features FAQs, animations, infographics for customers, consumers and media
Customer Letter Template
Egg Producer Talking Points – Avian Influenza
Suggested messages to answer basic questions about avian influenza that you may receive from local media, customers or others in your community.
Guidance for On-Farm Activities in an Avian Influenza Outbreak
This guidance covers possible activism, media requests and important HPAI protocol considerations