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The influx of highly pathogenic avian influenza
cases forced the cancellation of in-person junior and open
poultry shows at Illinois county fairs and the Illinois State
Fair in 2022, with only virtual poultry shows being held.
“We have seen a decline in highly pathogenic avian influenza
cases over the last several months prompting the Department to
lift the ban of poultry shows at our fairs,” said Dr. Mark
Ernst, IDOA State Veterinarian. “We still want to remind our
exhibitors to practice good biosecurity on your farm and monitor
your flock for signs of disease, especially the birds you plan
to exhibit for 14 days prior to the show.”
The Illinois country fair season kicks off on May 30 in Greene
County. The Illinois State Fair runs August 10-20. The 2023
Illinois State Fair Premium Book is available here:
https://statefair.illinois.gov/
competitions/premium-books.html
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