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Avian Health Program

For more information email the Avian Health Program
or call 1-800-606-3056

Black rooster looking at hens on the other side of a fence

Photo by Heather Spaet

Vision Statement:
The vision for the Avian Health Program is to assure that Washington State poultry remains free from major infectious and zoonotic diseases, to preserve indemnity status, and enhance the marketability for the poultry industry.

Mission Statement:
The mission of the Avian Health Program is to:

Conduct surveillance
Detect and contain avian diseases
Promote biosecurity through education & outreach
Protect animal and human health
Support the economic vitality of the poultry industry

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Avian Health Program
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2013 Calendar Order Form
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WSDA Poultry Processing and Marketing Regulations
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Special Poultry Permit To Slaughter, Prepare and Sell Whole Raw Poultry

Avian Influenza Testing Program
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Avian Influenza and Humans

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RCW 16.36.082 Infected or Exposed Animals - Unlawful to transfer or expose other animals

Chapter 69.25 RCW Washington Wholesome Eggs and Egg Products Act

Eggs, Farmers Markets and Direct to Retail

Avian Health Program

For more information email the Avian Health Program or call 1-800-606-3056

Hot Topics

For more information email the Avian Health Program
or call 1-800-606-3056