What kind of analysis does the CAHFS lab perform for backyard flock owners?

The CAHFS (California Animal Health and Food Safety) lab provides crucial support to backyard flock owners by performing diagnostic workups for diseases. This is essential because backyard flocks are often at risk of various infectious diseases that can affect the health of the birds and potentially impact human health as well. Through diagnostic testing, the lab can identify specific pathogens or health issues affecting the flock, enabling owners to take appropriate measures to treat or manage these diseases.

This focus on disease diagnostics is particularly important in maintaining the health of poultry populations, preventing outbreaks, and ensuring food safety. By identifying diseases early, flock owners can implement biosecurity measures to protect their birds from further infection and can also take necessary actions to prevent the spread of diseases to other birds or into the human food chain.