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Source: https://inspection.canada.ca/animal-.../1640207916934
The CFIA has detected the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (AI) in the following locations in Saskatchewan:
Each infected premises has been placed under quarantine. CFIA has begun an investigation and will be establishing movement control measures on other farms within that area.
AI is spreading in wild bird populations across the globe and presents a significant national concern as birds migrate to Canada. The CFIA continues to remind anyone with poultry or other susceptible birds to practice good biosecurity habits to protect them from infectious animal diseases.
Resources are available for producers and owners of small flocks and pet birds.
The CFIA has detected the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (AI) in the following locations in Saskatchewan:
- April 16, 2022 – Rural Municipality of Loreburn No. 254 (poultry flock)
- April 14, 2022 – Rural Municipality of Moose Mountain No. 63 (small flock)
Each infected premises has been placed under quarantine. CFIA has begun an investigation and will be establishing movement control measures on other farms within that area.
AI is spreading in wild bird populations across the globe and presents a significant national concern as birds migrate to Canada. The CFIA continues to remind anyone with poultry or other susceptible birds to practice good biosecurity habits to protect them from infectious animal diseases.
Resources are available for producers and owners of small flocks and pet birds.
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