Dairy industry experts say the virus entered California after local cows were shipped to another state and then returned to California.| Los Angeles Times
Although California dairy farmers had heard about the H5N1 bird flu before it hit, none was prepared for the devastation it would cause in some herds.| Los Angeles Times
California H5N1 outbreaks have had little impact on overall milk production, but experts warn that outbreaks could soon increase substantially.| Los Angeles Times
It's a rarely discussed problem, but dogs are the No. 2 predator of livestock in the U.S. In California, roaming dog packs have even killed a human.| Los Angeles Times
News and analysis about water quality, air pollution, weather patterns, environmental issues and climate change.| Los Angeles Times