Reportable Poultry Diseases in Kentucky

Across Kentucky, poultry operations are expected to report certain diseases to state or federal authorities to help control outbreaks and safeguard animal health. Reporting suspected cases early helps authorities respond quickly and protect surrounding poultry operations.

Below you’ll find contact details for the appropriate state authorities along with a list of reportable poultry diseases. Producers should contact the appropriate office if they observe unusual illness, sudden mortality, or symptoms consistent with a reportable condition.

Reportable Diseases + Contacts List

Last Updated :
November 2025
PRIMARY CONTACT

Steve Velasco III

State Veterinarian
(502) 573-0282
statevet@ky.gov
109 Corporate Dr., Frankfort, KY 40601

Dr. R. Steve Velasco III

NPIP OSA Contact
(502) 782-5913
steve.velasco@ky.gov
109 Corporate Drive Complex, Frankfort KY, 40601

Christopher Craig

Regional USDA Contact
(502) 395-2368
christopher.j.craig@usda.gov
105 Corporate Dr. Suite H, Frankfort, KY 40601

Other Regional Contact
Report Immediately

Avian Influenza (HPAI and H5/H7 LPAI)

Avian Tuberculosis (Mycobacterium avium)

Botulism

Mycoplasma gallisepticum

Mycoplasma synoviae

Exotic (Virulent) Newcastle Disease

West Nile Virus

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.