Bird flu rules for backyard flocks in Oregon

Oregon livestock and poultry exhibitions must register with ODA, keep records, have a vet of record and isolation area, and keep waterfowl out of open water

In effect from April 8, 2026 · No end date in the source

Statewide · exhibitions (livestock of two or more owners brought together for judging, competition, performance or display) · Birds: influenza susceptible animals (waterfowl and other poultry, dairy cattle, swine)

• Facility owner registers the exhibition with ODA at least 20 days before it starts
• Records kept 90 days: ID, exhibitor contact, premises of origin; out-of-state animals need a CVI
• No animal suspected of infection or exposure may be entered
• Influenza-susceptible species housed apart from each other (no shared air space, panels, feed or water)
• Waterfowl may only have drinking-size open water containers
• Public shows: handwashing stations and warning signs
• Permanent rule DOA 97-2026, effective April 8, 2026; the 2025 emergency rules are not in the current OAR

Rule: OAR 603-011-1050 to 603-011-1057 (exhibitions) · Oregon Department of Agriculture (OAR chapter 603, division 11, Secretary of State), April 8, 2026

ODA asks people to report sick or dead domestic birds to the State Veterinarian

No end date in the source

Statewide · Birds: domestic birds

• 503-986-4711, alt 1-800-347-7028, AHHotline@oda.oregon.gov
• Wild birds: ODFW 1-866-968-2600

Guidance: Avian Influenza · ODA

Birds entering Oregon from a New World screwworm infested state need a CVI showing an ODA import permit issued at least 48 hours before leaving and a vet inspection within 5 days

From an infested zone they also need NWS treatment; only NPIP hatching and table eggs and chicks under 5 days are exempt

In effect from June 4, 2026 · No end date in the source

Statewide · entry from New World screwworm infested states or zones · Birds: warm-blooded livestock, defined to include all birds (Class Aves)

• 'Warm-blooded livestock' includes all livestock species in Class Aves
• No alternative documents (owner-shipper statement, grazing permit) from an infested state; the usual CVI and permit exemptions do not apply
• CVI states 'All animals were individually inspected and found free of wounds'
• From an infested zone: approved treatment 24 hours to 14 days before entry, overseen by an authorised official or accredited vet; CVI valid 5 days
• Exempt from the zone requirements: hatching and table eggs and chicks under 5 days from qualifying NPIP flocks meeting OAR 603-011-1230
• If any animal in a shipment is suspected of NWS infestation, none enter until all are treated and wounds healed

Rule: OAR 603-011-1223 Import Requirements - New World Screwworm · Oregon Department of Agriculture (OAR, Secretary of State), June 4, 2026