BIAV Guidance

Staying on Top of Bovine Influenza A Virus (BIAV)

As you may be aware, BIAV, previously called High Pathologic Avian Influenza (HPAI), in dairy cattle has continued to spread outside of Texas. Currently, farms in Michigan, Idaho, Texas, Kansas, New Mexico, South Dakota, North Carolina, and Ohio have had cows with confirmed positive BIAV tests. Armor Animal Health’s Professional Veterinarian staff is available to work with you through this animal health challenge and to share precautionary steps toward upholding the highest standards of the health of your animals. Biosecurity is the first step you can take to protect your farm. Here are steps Armor Animal Health will take to contribute to the biosecurity of your farm.

Our drivers will use disposable gloves and boots in between farm deliveries.
Our sales team will call and/or text prior to any on-farm appointments to eliminate unnecessary visits.
Every Armor Animal Health employee that visits a farm will wear boots (rubber or disposable) and will disinfect boots between farms and wear gloves when appropriate.

The American Association of Bovine Practitioners recommends calling this Bovine Influenza A Virus (BIAV) because this disease is NOT highly pathogenic in dairy cattle so far.

Our veterinary services team is dedicated to working with you to protect your farm. We will continue to follow this evolving situation and will provide periodic updated guidance directly to you. Please reach out to your Armor Animal Health veterinarian or sales representative with any questions or concerns you may have.

Helpful Links

APHIS.GOV

Dairy Biosecurity Recommendations

EPA Product Recommendations

6 Questions A Veterinarian Has Been Most Asked About HPAI

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