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New World Screwworm: Information and Resources
The Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (WVDL) is monitoring developments related to New World screwworm and associated guidance from state and federal animal health authorities: USDA APHIS – https://www.aphis.usda.gov (Search: “New World Screwworm” for current alerts, surveillance, and response …
June 11, 2026
Q fever Complement Fixation (CF) test discontinuation effective 9/1/26
The Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory will be discontinuing Q fever (Coxiella burnetii) Complement Fixation (CF) testing effective September 1, 2026. This change follows updated export requirements from Argentina, which no longer require QF CF testing. …
June 10, 2026
Wisconsin Aligns with Updated USDA Guidance for Interstate Movement of Lactating Dairy Cattle, Removes Intrastate Testing Requirements for Fairs and Exhibitions
May 1, 2026
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NYT: Agriculture Department Moves to Rehire Some Bird Flu Response Workers
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