Animal Health & Biosecurity

Watch new biosecurity video on preventing ASF

ANAC is pleased to share a new educational video on African swine fever (ASF) prevention, developed by AQINAC (Association québécoise des industries de nutrition animale et céréalière) with the support of valued partners, including ANAC. The video is designed to raise awareness and inform both industry stakeholders and the general public about the challenges associated with this disease.

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Be aware of mandatory requirements for broiler chickens

Canada’s 2,800+ chicken farmers are required to be certified on the Raised by a Canadian Farmer Animal Care Program and On-Farm Food Safety Program, as developed by Chicken Farmers of Canada; the programs are mandatory in all 10 provinces.

Industry advisors, including nutritionists, may have recommendations and advice for farmers on best management practices. While knowledge sharing is needed and encouraged throughout the sector, recommendations must always meet the Animal Care Program requirements at a minimum.

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CFIA rezones the Fraser Valley for current AI outbreak

This morning CFIA released a notice to industry to provide information on a pilot project modifying the way Primary Control Zones (PCZs) are established for cases of avian influenza (AI) in the Fraser Valley Regional District of British Columbia. This project only applies to this specific region; in all other regions of Canada, the process of declaring PCZs will remain the same.

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Amendments to the Compensation for Destroyed Animals Regulations now published

On December 4, 2024, amendments to the Compensation for Destroyed Animals Regulations were published in Canada Gazette, Part II  (CGII). Due to newly added provisions, the title of the regulations has been updated to Compensation for Destroyed Animals and Things Regulations (CDATR).

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Help promote biosecurity best practices among farmers and producers

CFIA has launched a new biosecurity campaign page, specifically tailored to support small-scale farmers and producers in safeguarding their animals and farms. Whether managing a hobby farm, a small-scale operation, or simply owning a few farm animals, these resources provide easy-to-follow steps to keep their animals and farm safe from diseases.

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