An outbreak of H5 avian influenza was confirmed by United States health agencies in mid-2024. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the public health risk is currently low - but states ...

His resilience, spirit, and dedication as a foster dad touched the hearts of millions of people throughout the world.” ...

Missouri officials have started a crackdown on auctions, shows, and swap meets involving poultry and waterfowl as bird flu continues to spread around the state. Officials with the Missouri ...

Area residents will get the chance to enjoy the great outdoors, win prizes and offer a boost to conservation efforts by joining Missouri’s first-ever competitive birdwatching challenge this spring.

At the time, it was one of 22 golden eagles in the state, Somer said. A 2022 survey of waterfowl birds in Missouri identified 15 golden eagles, according to the Department of Conservation.

According to the Missouri Department of Conservation, birds have been tested across the state for the disease and several Northwest Missouri counties have seen positive test results. These ...

Bennett Stirtz was playing for Northwest Missouri State at the Division II level. Now, he's the Missouri Valley Conference Larry Bird Player of the Year. "It's pretty unique," the junior guard said.

has impacted flocks in 29 Missouri counties since 2022 and led to millions of birds being euthanized. Tatijana Fisher is a state poultry extension specialist with Lincoln University, and said now is ...