August 3, 2020 | Volume 123

Upcoming Events August 12 & 19 - Dairy Fest  Email ahahn@wiid.org to submit your event. WLIC Trivia How many chickens are there on earth? See answer below! WI-Origin Tags Available! Visit WLIC online to view the tag variations available to fit your production needs. WLIC ONLINE STORE USDA Scientists Identify New Way to Detect African Swine Fever Virus USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists have identified a new way to detect the presence of live African swine fever (ASF) virus that not only minimizes the need for samples from live animals but also provides easier access to veterinary labs that need to diagnose the virus.  "We have identified a cell-line that can be used to isolate and detect the presence of the live virus," ARS Scientist Douglas Gladue said in a release. "This is a critical breakthrough and a tremendous step for African swine fever virus diagnostics." READ MORE

In the News

Mare Euthanized in WI Due to EEE Livestock Lessons 2020 is a new animal science experience for Wisconsin youth. Giving a Livestock Lesson is an opportunity for you to share your learning with others and to teach others about animal sciences. The potential topics for your lessons are endless! No matter what topic you choose, remember that the most impactful presentations are both accurate and engaging. READ MORE

DATCP Creates WI Agriculture Youth Council Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary-designee Randy Romanski announced the creation of the new Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council. The application and additional details are available at AgYouthCouncil.wi.gov . READ MORE

APHIS Releases Suite of Defend the Flock Materials The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is announcing the availability of a full suite of resources for poultry owners and handlers. These materials, developed as part of APHIS’ Defend the Flock campaign, will help anyone who owns or works with poultry to practice good biosecurity every day, every time in order to protect our nation’s flocks from infectious disease. READ MORE

Trivia Answer There are more chickens on earth than people – 25 billion!

Covid-19 Resources

Recently, Covid-19 has interrupted our daily lives. In this time of uncertainty, it is important to know what resources are available.   Please utilize the links with information from the CDC on how to protect yourself and what to do if you become sick.   Information from the USDA is also linked below with answers to frequently asked questions regarding agriculture and Covid-19.

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