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I am sorry but i would not rely on NPIP to buy my birds after what i saw going on at 3 different NPIP tested breedersI've personally applied to the Ill Dept of Ag last June about getting NPIP certified.I was told by the veterinarian in charge that Illinois state budget had only 1 statewide inspector who was coming to do the in site samples.I asked him since all eggs and birds I had purchased came from NPIP flocks and I had all the associated paperwork, could I sell eggs or chicks during the summer.He advised me yes since I had and could show where all my birds came from. This may not be the case for everyone. I still have not gotten a call back for my inspection and it's been 10 months.The biggest threat for any new influenza or disease comes from direct imported stock.But since there are only 3 ports of entry into the USA for live poultry this is covered very well.
I myself felt responsible enough to inquire and become NPIP certified.I am on a long list that I have no control over.And I was told that I could process and move eggs-chicks while waiting to become NPIP.I know many probably have not taken the steps Frosty and myself have done.Yet eggs and chicks are moved all over thru the US Postal service every week that passes by that has no NPIP certification.
The steps I've taken so far and the health of my birds gives me peace of mind in swapping eggs or peachicks.I have several areas I can use to quarantine birds if I swap for anything.Frosty,perhaps someone will have birds-eggs in your state that may interest you in the swap? In all the readings I have done in the other swaps nowhere have I read anyone posting their NPIP status,,or anyone denying a shipment because of non NPIP certification.Once again our Govt has overgrown it's pants size and does not have the ability to carry out many past recommendations.
According to ND, NPIP is for all birds. I'm hoping that mycoplasma testing can be included. According to the Canadian food inspection agency:What does NPIP testing mean ? I know what it stands for. I had been a tester for years and wondered what people thinks it does for the peafowl people and the reason that peafowl should be tested.. Thanhks for the replys .. George