Avian flu puts pressure on producers, consumers
Avian flu outbreaks in Canada have had enormous economic tolls in the past. In 2004, 19 million poultry were culled as a result of outbreaks in B.C.Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, professor of food policy at Dalhousie University, says Canada’s response to avian flu has evolved with research and experience, and that producers are generally quick to report suspected cases.
“They’re more aware of biosecurity measures that they need to implement, and it’s paying off,” he said. “We’re really avoiding a disaster, but still the disease is still out there, unfortunately, and it’s moving around pretty quickly.”With outbreaks on the rise heading into the holiday season, Charlebois fears prices for poultry and eggs could rise even higher than the 17 and 20 per cent they have already this year, respectively.
After the outbreak on his farm, Siemens is taking all the precautions he can to prevent it from happening again. “As long as we can stay on top of it and we make sure our biosecurity is high, and limit our interactions from barn to barn, then that’s the best we can do,” he said.
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