Biosecurity for Wild Birds, Pet Birds and Poultry, Avian Influenza, Exotic Newcastle Disease

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USDA

Agricultural Research Service (ARS)
The ARS site highlights the latest research findings on AI and END.
National Agricultural Library (NAL)
The NAL site provides access to one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of information on agriculture.
National Animal Identification System (NAIS)
NAIS is a modern, streamlined information system that helps producers and animal health officials respond quickly and effectively to animal health events in the United States.
Smuggling, Interdiction and Trade Compliance Program (SITC)
SITC conducts antismuggling activities to prevent unlawful entry and distribution of prohibited agricultural commodities and products that may harbor harmful exotic plants and animal pests, diseases, or invasive species.
Avian Influenza News
USDA Avian Influenza Home Page
USDA AI Glossary

Other Agencies

Center for Disease Control (CDC)
Learn what the CDC is doing to help people protect themselves against AI.
PandemicFlu.gov and AvianFlu.gov
The official government Web site for information on pandemic flu and avian flu.
United States Geologic Survey (USGS)
The National Wildlife Health Center at USGS has an avian influenza site with maps, news updates, and fact sheets focusing on wild birds.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is responsible for keeping America's borders safe and secure. CBP's works to keep illegal material (including birds and poultry) or individuals from entering the United States, while also facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel. See travel tips on bringing items into the United States.

Cooperative Extension System Offices
Find your nearest Cooperative Extension Office through this comprehensive and easy to navigate directory developed by the Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES) of the USDA.
Extension Disaster Education Network
The Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN) links Extension educators from across the U.S. and various disciplines, enabling them to use and share resources to reduce the impact of disasters.

Diagnostic Laboratories
APHIS has developed a list of diagnostic labs that deal with poultry. This list includes contact information for labs in several states.
State Veterinarians
APHIS has compiled a comprehensive list of State Veterinarians organized by state. The list includes contact information.
State Departments of Agriculture
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) maintains an online directory of all State Departments of Agriculture.
Additional State Links
The following is a selection of additional links that address AI or END at the state level.
Alaska:
http://www.dec.state.ak.us/EH/vet/AvianInfluenza.htm
California:
http://www.cdfa.ca.gov/ahfss/ah/avian_health_program.htm
University of California, Davis Poultry Web Page

AI Fairs Program
Members of 4-H and FFA are invited to set up educational displays about AI and END at their county or state fairs. The materials are free and the program is easy to do.
FFA Interactive Course
The National FFA Foundation has created courseware and presentations (mapped to national learning standards) to help agricultural educators and students obtain correct and relevant information on avian influenza and exotic Newcastle disease. This is a special project of the National FFA Foundation, Inc. sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS).
- To access the course, login or create a login if you have not already. It is free.
- Once you have logged in, choose "View the Course Catalog."
- Avian Influenza and exotic Newcastle disease will be the first course you come to. Click on the course title and follow the program's instructions.
FFA Video – "Keep Your Birds Healthy: 3 Easy Steps"
This eight-minute video shows FFA students and advisors the steps they can take to help protect their birds from diseases such as Avian Influenza.
4-H Grab & Go – "Don't 'Borrow' Bird Flu"
This easy to implement activity is designed for 4-H Advisors to teach older elementary school students and middle school students how viruses like AI can be spread through the sharing of tools and what can be done to protect against this from happening.
Bird Biosecurity Coloring Book (PDF)
Bird Word Search and Word Scramble Games