An emerging avian virus in Ontario may be linked to wild ducks, according to a study at the Ontario Veterinary College. Avian metapneumovirus (aMPV) subtype C first appeared in North America about 20 years ago, and its geographic range has continued to expand. With significant economic impact worldwide, it causes respiratory infection, decreased egg production and egg quality in breeder turkeys, and swollen head syndrome in broiler and breeder chickens. Producers can reduce the potential for pathogen spread by following recommended biosecurity measures…
