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Severe Bird Flu Outbreak: 195,200 Turkeys Culled in Dakotas

9/11/2025

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South Dakota faces a severe bird flu outbreak, leading to the culling of 134,900 turkeys at three facilities.
North Dakota reports infections, resulting in 60,300 turkeys culled.
State veterinarian Beth Thompson raised concerns about early detections ahead of the wild bird migration season.
The first South Dakota infection was confirmed on August 28, prompting further deaths.
The federal government oversees depopulation and has paid over $1 billion in indemnity since 2020, assuring poultry safety.

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Story summary

South Dakota faces a severe bird flu outbreak, leading to the culling of 134,900 turkeys at three facilities.
North Dakota reports infections, resulting in 60,300 turkeys culled.
State veterinarian Beth Thompson raised concerns about early detections ahead of the wild bird migration season.
The first South Dakota infection was confirmed on August 28, prompting further deaths.
The federal government oversees depopulation and has paid over $1 billion in indemnity since 2020, assuring poultry safety.