Before the United States government makes any decisions on whether it will allow U.S. poultry producers to vaccinate for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), it needs to fully engage in conversations with its trading partners.
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor, said such talks are taking place, and if a decision is made to pursue a vaccination program, the talks will certainly continue.