Awards issued prior to january 20, 2025, were funded under previous administrations and may not reflect the priorities and policies of the current administration.** the work proposed involves rapid…

Awards issued prior to january 20, 2025, were funded under previous administrations and may not reflect the priorities and policies of the current administration.** the work proposed involves rapid detection of animal diseases that are not typically seen in the U.S. Early recognition that a foreign disease has entered the country is the first critical step in protecting animals, animal agriculture, and the trade of animal products at local, state and national levels. Specially trained laboratory workers using advanced technology will test samples taken from california livestock and poultry, looking for foreign diseases. Most all samples will be normal, but any that show a possible foreign disease will immediately trigger an investigation. Earlier detection means faster response so that the disease can be stopped from spreading and ultimately be removed, thus preventing a potential animal agriculture catastrophe. Additionally, when no foreign diseases are found, international trade partners will be assured that california and the U.S. Is looking and has not found any of the high-risk diseases that could also harm their animal industries.