Be aware of changing animal importation guidelines

Be aware of changing animal importation guidelines

Wisconsin’s state veterinarian says with highly pathogenic avian influenza spreading, producers need to be aware of cattle importation rules in other states if they’re planning to move animals.

Dr. Darlene Konkle

Many producers buy and sell cattle across state lines, and others send their calves and heifers to warmer climates until they are ready to enter the milking herd.  Dr. Darlene Konkle says they have information online to help producers comply with the many different guidelines.