The provincial government is organising an information session in Langley, British Columbia, to give small-flock poultry owners advice on identifying and preventing avian influenza.
The session will take place at the George Preston Recreation Centre on November 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
As space is limited and registration is required, the B.C. government advises anyone who desire to attend to sign up online.
B. C. is directing the meeting.
Government veterinary experts,” according to an announcement from the Ministry of Agriculture and Food.
Attendees will learn about improving biosecurity to reinforce against disease outbreaks, recognizing the signs of avian influenza and how to report cases, how foreign animal disease regulations affect small-flock poultry, what to expect if a flock is positive for avian influenza, and resources available for non-commercial bird owners, including diagnostic services through the BC Animal Health Centre.
Additionally, attendees will receive a free biosecurity kit from the province that includes tools and knowledge to assist maintain “strong biosecurity practises.”
Participants can register on the Eventbrite website.
Since mid-April 2022, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency has confirmed 28 cases of avian influenza in commercial and small poultry flocks in communities throughout B. C..
A briefing on the avian flu will be presented in Langley, British Columbia.
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