California has declared a state of emergency due to the spread of the H5N1 virus in dairy herds, leading to the infection of dozens of farm workers and affecting hundreds of herds. The emergency declaration aims to expedite the state's response by easing rules on staffing and contracting. Meanwhile, the U.S. is implementing restrictions on animal commodities from El Salvador to protect against New World screwworm, and steps are being taken to address Listeria contamination in food products. In agricultural markets, there are significant changes in beef, pork, and dairy product prices and sales, including an increase in pork product prices outpacing hog product prices, and adjustments in milk price forecasts for 2024 and 2025. Additionally, there are concerns about the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza in poultry, impacting production and trade, and affecting hunters and the public.