Michigan Reports Chronic Wasting Disease Detection in Hillsdale County Deer
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has announced the detection of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in deer located in Hillsdale County.
Lansing, MI, October 20, 2026 —
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has announced that Chronic Wasting Disease has been detected in deer located in Hillsdale County.
The announcement identifies Hillsdale County as the location of the detection, but the information provided does not specify when it was made, how many deer were affected or where within the county the animals were located. It also does not describe how the detection was confirmed or provide details about the deer involved.
No additional information was provided about any actions taken following the detection. The announcement summary does not state whether testing, monitoring, public notices or other measures are planned or underway. It also does not include details about any changes to hunting rules, advisories or guidance for residents.
The department’s announcement, as summarized, is limited to reporting the disease detection in Hillsdale County deer. Further details about the case and any response were not included in the information available for this report. The date of the announcement and the name of any individual or organization involved beyond MDARD were also not provided.
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