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Bird Flu Changes How County Fairs Live Chicken Shows

Bird Flu Changes How County Fairs Live Chicken Shows

Update: 2026-01-01
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The fall bird migration in California typically peaks from September through November. And this past year, scientists discovered a new wave of avian influenza - or bird flu. Two farms in Sonoma County fought new outbreaks. State officials have been taking steps to mitigate the spread of infection, since major outbreaks were seen in dairy herds in August of 2024. That includes at county fairs.


Reporter: April Dembosky, KQED




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Bird Flu Changes How County Fairs Live Chicken Shows

Bird Flu Changes How County Fairs Live Chicken Shows

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