Turkeys have accounted for more than half the commercial farms testing positive in this year’s AI outbreaks in BC, with two farms testing positive this fall on the heels of others earlier this year. The highly pathogenic nature of this year’s outbreak means it can spike a grower’s hopes within days, making early diagnosis key …
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BC turkey farmers chip in
BC turkey growers are among the first in Canada to chip in as part of a national initiative by the sector to give back. Three organizations are each receiving $10,000 from members of the BC Turkey Marketing Board and the BC Turkey Association to help them fight hunger. These include the Union Gospel Mission, Potluck …
Province makes appointments
A new year means a new lease on life for many government appointees, and new responsibilities for others. The turn of the year saw Joe Deuling appointed December 31 to the Agricultural Land Commission. The following day, Robert Haywood-Farmer had his appointment renewed. Both men serve on the commission’s Interior panel. However, the system of …