Key Presentation Collaborators:
Elizabeth Galbraith
Research Manager – Animal Health, Microbial Discovery Group
Dr. Jennifer Spencer
Assistant Professor and Extension & Research Dairy Specialist, Texas A&M AgriLife
Dr. Juan Piñeiro
Associate Professor and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Dairy Specialist, Texas A&M University
About the Presentation
When H5N1, commonly known as avian influenza, was detected in U.S. dairy cattle in early 2024, the industry faced a whirlwind of uncertainty. With symptoms that varied from cow-to-cow and herd-to-herd, early diagnosis was difficult, response coordination was slow, and containment proved complex. But with challenge comes opportunity.
In this presentation, Dr. Jennifer Spencer, and Elizabeth Galbraith will share key insights from the front lines of the H5N1 outbreak, including the realities dairy producers faced and the critical lessons learned for the future.
Why Attend?
You’ll hear how data, diagnostics, and a proactive approach to herd health could redefine the way we respond… not just to H5N1, but to emerging diseases moving forward.
What You’ll Learn:
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The true impact of H5N1 on U.S. dairy herds
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Why coinfections may explain the virus’s variable effects
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How biosecurity gaps and cow stress compounded the outbreak
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New research around Bacillus-based probiotics and gut resilience
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What vaccination and funding opportunities are emerging now
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