CWD Confirmed at Wisconsin Elk Farm | Madison News

A two-year-old female elk at a deer farm in Crawford County, Wisconsin, has tested positive for chronic wasting disease — a fatal neurological illness that’s spreading fast among cervids. The state and USDA have sealed the farm under quarantine as they launch an urgent investigation. With no cure and highly contagious prions at play, this outbreak threatens wildlife and farming operations alike. Authorities are reviewing compliance with strict farm regulations while monitoring for further cases — stay tuned for updates. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/986c77a69ceb659b