Two cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) have been confirmed in poultry flocks in Saskatchewan.
According to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), HPAI was recently confirmed in a backyard herd in Saskatchewan and a flock of commercial poultry.
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The affected small flock was found on Thursday in the rural municipality of Moose Mountain No. 63, while the affected flock of poultry was found on Saturday in the rural municipality of Loreburn, Sask., According to the agency.
Each of the infected premises is quarantined. The CFIA says it has launched an investigation and will establish traffic control measures on other farms in the area.
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The Saskatchewan government says it will continue to work with the poultry industry and the CFIA to guide the disease’s response to bird flu.
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On April 14, Saskatchewan’s chief veterinary director introduced an order for an animal health control zone until May 14 to limit the co-mixing of poultry. The order prohibits the movement and participation of birds in exhibitions, auctions and agricultural fairs, as well as any other events in which birds will be collected from different places.
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The province says biosecurity is the best tool for poultry producers and small flock owners to protect their birds from bird flu. Biosafety protocols include keeping wild birds away from flocks of birds and their food and water, restricting visitors and monitoring bird health. Owners of small flocks are also encouraged to keep their birds indoors during wild bird migration, if possible.
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The government says there is no risk to food safety and that the risk of transmitting avian influenza to humans is low. However, they say people working with poultry who may be suspected of being infected with avian influenza should wear protective clothing.
The H5N1 strain of bird flu has been observed in various cases in Canada.
The province advises producers to contact their veterinarian immediately if there are any concerns about the health status of the herds. If the influence of birds is suspected, producers are advised to contact their local CFIA office.
Saskatchewan growers and farming families are reminded that the provincial farm stress line can be connected 24 hours a day on 1-800-667-4442.
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