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Maryland Confirms Presumptive Case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Caroline County Poultry Farm

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Annapolis, MD – The Maryland Department of Agriculture announced on Friday a presumptive positive case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) on a commercial broiler farm in Caroline County. This incident represents the second confirmed case of the disease on a commercial poultry operation in the county this year and the third such case statewide … Read more

NEWS RELEASE: Caroline County Control Area Released

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Annapolis, MD – According to the Maryland Department of Agriculture, the state has released the control area in Caroline County, easing restrictions for poultry farms in the region following the resolution of an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The announcement, made on February 19, 2026, marks a significant step in managing the disease … Read more