U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited Texas to engage with poultry farmers and industry leaders as part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's efforts to address highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The visit included a tour of a Cal-Maine Foods egg-laying facility in Bogata, Texas, followed by a roundtable discussion in Mount Pleasant.
Secretary Rollins highlighted the importance of supporting farmers and strengthening supply chains. "It’s great to be back in Texas and see firsthand the incredible work farmers are doing to protect their flocks," she stated. Criticizing the previous administration's handling of avian flu, she added, "The Biden administration failed to lead on avian flu, and families across America are paying the price. President Trump understands the importance of addressing this issue head on, and USDA is taking action to support farmers, strengthen supply chains, and bring egg prices down."
At Cal-Maine Foods, Secretary Rollins observed biosecurity measures aimed at combating outbreaks and stabilizing egg prices. The subsequent roundtable in Mount Pleasant involved discussions with poultry farmers, veterinarians, and industry leaders about ongoing avian flu outbreaks and USDA's response strategies.
The focus was on proactive disease mitigation strategies as part of ongoing efforts to manage avian flu impacts effectively.
