HARRISBURG – Additional resources are coming from the state to support the avian influenza response and protect PA poultry producers. In response to a recent spike in infections among poultry in PA, state officials are mobilizing additional personnel, expanding testing capacity, and coordinating closely with the USDA and industry partners. A total of 42 USDA employees will be on the ground in PA, supporting 55 Commonwealth veterinarians and employees, four Penn State Extension experts, and three members of the PA National Guard Civilian Support team who are working to mitigate the spread of avian influenza in the state. The Shapiro Administration is also deploying up to six additional Commonwealth employees to support the response and to procure additional resources to support high-volume testing and aggressive bio-security efforts.
