For the first time, birds in a Wayne County backyard flock have been sickened by the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza ...

Officials say the continued cases stem from a long-lasting flare-up of the virus over the last couple of years.

Michigan’s federally mandated farm wages decreased for the first time since 2010, dropping to $18.15 per hour in 2025.

Learn essential tips to keep your pets and livestock safe during Michigan's coldest weather since 2019, including shelter and ...

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Director says the state’s egg industry has been preparing for ...

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Director says dairy farms could be quarantined following ...

The Free Press interviewed Dr. Kimberly Dodd, the dean of the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine, about efforts to tame the ...

State officials have announced the completion of tracking initiatives for a destructive insect that is expanding its presence ...

Backyard chicken enthusiasts are keeping an eye on alerts from the state’s health and agricultural departments after a person ...

Read full article: Michigan Department of Agriculture confirms case of bird flu in Oakland County Following an investigation by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD ...

FOX 2 - A case of the highly pathogenic avian influenza was detected in a backyard flock from Oakland County, the state ...