Reportable Poultry Diseases in Delaware

Poultry operations in Delaware are requiredto report reportable diseases to state or federal authorities to maintain biosecurity and prevent disease spread. Early reporting enables rapid investigation and helps limit the impact of infectious poultry diseases acrossthe region.

The section below provides contact details for state authorities and outlines reportable poultry diseases. Producers should contact the appropriate office if unusual illness or sudden losses occur.

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Reportable Diseases + Contacts List

Last Updated :
November 2025
PRIMARY CONTACT

Karen Lopez

State Veterinarian
(302) 698-4561 / (302)-233-1480
karen.lopez@delaware.gov
2320 South DuPont Highway, Dover, Delaware 19901

Dr. Karen Lopez

NPIP OSA Contact
(302) 698-4539
karen.lopez@delaware.gov
2320 South Dupont Highway, Dover, DE 19901

Karen Becker

Regional USDA Contact
(804) 517-2459
karen.becker1@usda.gov
400 North 8th St., Suite 726, Richmond, VA 23219

Other Regional Contact
Report Immediately

Avian Influenza (HPAI and H5/H7 LPAI)

Duck Viral Hepatitis

Infectious Laryngotracheitis

Melioidosis (Burkholderia pseudomallei)

Salmonella gallinarum (Fowl Typhoid)

Salmonella pullorum (Pullorum disease)

Turkey Rhinotracheitis (Avian metapneumovirus)

Exotic (Virulent) Newcastle Disease

Report Within 24 Hours
Report Next Business Day
Report Within 2 Days
Report Within 3 Days
Report Within 5 Days
Report Within 7 Days
Report Within 10 Days
Report Within 15 Days
Report Within 30 Days
* Turkey Only  ** Breeder Only  ***Egg-Layer Only

Please note, this information is for reference only. For more information on any of the details provided, review your local state regulatory website. Wilson Veterinary Co. LLC is not responsible for legal compliance with reporting diseases in all 50 states or for producers we do not work with.