Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) has had a growing impact on Utah’s elk industry, with 60 confirmed cases in the past two years and animals often declining rapidly after appearing healthy. Rectal biopsies have become a valuable tool, giving producers and managers a clearer picture of CWD on individual farms, supporting monitoring in infected herds and strengthening surveillance efforts. Through this work, Utah has become a leader in CWD management, drawing interest from other states, while producers continue to value the insight these biopsies provide as they plan for the future. #utahagriculture #Chronicwastingdisease