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The Minnesota Department of Animal Health is requiring all milking cows to be tested for the H5N1 bird flu virus before they can be exhibited at county and state fairs. Farmers at the Steele County Fair describe the new regulations as stressful but necessary to prevent the spread of the virus. The hosts compare the "papers please" atmosphere to COVID-era mandates.
Swine Flu Indicators, Pigs Testing Positive in Minnesota
The CDC reports widespread H1N1 activity across 41 states, with increasing hospitalizations. For the first time in the U.S., three pigs at the Minnesota State Fair tested positive for the virus, though they did not appear sick. The hosts suggest the "swine flu" label is being used to manipulate the pork industry and question the validity of testing asymptomatic animals.
