WORKSHOPS:

All future dates for NPIP Workshops are to be determined.

Visit our FAQs page at http://www.poultryimprovement.org/faqWorkshops.cfm for additional information

PROFICIENCY TESTS:

Avian Influenza Proficiency (Provided in conjunction with National Veterinary Servies Laboratory):
  • 2022 AI Serology Panel Proficiency Test was offered. test will serve as the basis for continuity of testing for NPIP Authorized laboratories, those that took this test will remain in good standing until the next proficiency test is offered.
  • 2023 AI Serology Panel Proficiency Test was not offered- please see above for continuity of testing.
  • 2024 AI Serology Panel Proficiency Test tentatively scheduled for Fall 2024. Laboratories should ensure that shipping permits are up to date and confirm that lab contacts within the APHIS/NAHLN Portal are up to date.

Mycoplasma Proficiency Test (Provided in conjunction with University of Georgia):
  • 2022 Mycoplasma Proficiency Test was not offered.
  • 2023 Mycoplasma Proficiency Test results were due June 9, 2023. Results were emailed to labs in March 2024.
  • 2024 Mycoplasma Proficiency test is currently available for registration. NPIP labs doing mycoplasma testing should sign up for the appropriate "blind" kits. There are "known" kits available for troubleshooting and/or training purposes as well. This test is ordered via the following: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebRM2QfOdL0tHQR8NFR-c1WrDwGDoffy4dAXQTS8dp33RC-w/viewform?pli=1

If you have further questions please email mycoplasmalab@gmail.com or contact the NPIP Laboratory Coordinator Dr. Katy Burden (Kathryn.burden@usda.gov)

  • Important Dates for: the 2024 Mycoplasma PT
  • May 31, 2024 - Deadline to register.
  • June, 2024 - anticipated time of proficiency/check test kit shipment.
  • July 12, 2024 - Due date for answer sheets. Late submissions will be marked as failed. Please only submit one set of results per kit purchased.
Salmonella Group D Proficiency Test (Provided in conjunction with National Veterinary Services Laboratory):
  • 2022 Salmonella Group D Proficiency Test results were due December 30, 2022. Results were posted in the NAHLN/APHIS Portal.
  • 2023 Salmonella Group D Proficiency Test results were due January 19, 2024.
  • 2024 Salmonella Group D Proficiency Test is tentatively scheduled for announcement in the Fall of 2024. Laboratories should ensure that shipping permits are up to date and confirm that lab contacts within the APHIS/NAHLN Portal are up to date.