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Podcast: The Valley Today
Episode: The 411 on Avian Influenza (Bird Flu)
Description: In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael talks with Elizabeth Baldwin, a unit coordinator and extension agent specializing in agricultural and natural resources, to delve into the topic of bird flu, also known as Avian Influenza. Baldwin, who is based in Page County, primarily focuses on animal science, working with farmers, livestock operations, and even homeowners with backyard chicken flocks. Baldwin provided a wealth of information about bird flu, detailing that the current strain, H5N1, has been impacting the country since February 2022. The virus primarily spreads through wild birds, which often act as...