This is the 68th issue of our electronic news update.
Pricing Update
The BCCMB Cost Recovery Model Committee discussed the principles and processes of developing a cost of production, including the feed cost component with consultant Serecon. Read more here.
Update on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in BC
In BC, there are currently seventeen infected premises (IPs) that have reached primary decontamination and fourteen IPS that still need to have their piles capped and approved by CFIA. Piles capped is an important milestone because it will allow farms within 1km to place chicks.
For CFIA's interactive permit movement tool, click here.
For updated status of avian influenza by province, check the Canadian Food Inspection agency website here.
For BCCMB's memo outlining production options to growers affected by the HPAI outbreak click here.
For more information and resources about avian influenza from Chicken Farmers of Canada click here.
Protect yourself and your workers
People who are around infected birds may have an increased risk of some strains of avian influenza.
WorkSafe BC has resources to help protect your workers. Read more here.
The BC Centre for Disease Control recommends the flu shot to anyone exposed to live poultry. Read more here.
Broiler Quota Ads
For Sale: 5 acre broiler farm in Chillwack with 25,000 quota. $6,750,000. Contact Walt Braun
Registration for the BC Poultry Conference is now ready! Come join us for the BC Chicken Growers Association AGM, education sessions, keynote and an industry gala.
Early bird deadline is January 27, 2023. Register Here.
Book your room at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre here.
