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From the Editor

by Brett Ruffell

Celebrating women and showcasing producers

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Media is celebrating the fifth year of our Influential Women in Canadian Agriculture (IWCA) program. It’s my privilege to introduce one of our remarkable honorees, Cheryle Warkentine. Her career highlights the invaluable contributions of women to livestock production.

Warkentine is the co-owner of Aletta Holsteins, a diverse operation that includes dairy cattle, hogs, and laying hens. Her story began with her upbringing on a dairy farm, where she was fortunate to have a father who embraced her potential and welcomed her as a partner at the age of 20. This early inclusion set the stage for her lifelong commitment to farming. “Our dad didn’t see gender roles as specific,” Warkentine recalls. “We were all included, and it’s what I love. It’s where I find joy.”

Balancing multiple roles, Warkentine has seamlessly transitioned from milking cows to managing the farm’s bookkeeping, payroll, and succession planning. Her husband Paul, a skilled mechanic, complements her efforts by managing the farm’s equipment and cropping needs. Together with her brother Kevin and a dedicated team of employees, Warkentine has helped steer Aletta Holsteins towards sustainable growth and innovation.

One of the significant challen-

ges Warkentine navigates is managing multiple livestock species, each with unique needs and biosecurity concerns. “With chickens, biosecurity is crucial. We change into clean clothes before entering the barn, and the feed is securely stored,” she says.

The dairy side presents more challenges due to the movement of tractors and staff. Despite these hurdles, Warkentine’s meticulous approach ensures the health and productivity of their livestock.

Her involvement in agriculture extends beyond her farm. She is passionate about bridging the gap between farmers and the community. “There’s so much misinformation out there,” she says. “If people got to see the

“Every family farm has a strong woman behind it – or in front of it.”

energy, work, and planning that goes into our farms, we could restore some of the trust that the ag community has lost.” Her vision is for stronger connections and a better understanding of sustainable farming practices.

The IWCA program not only celebrates achievements but also highlights the evolving role of women in agriculture. Warkentine believes that recognizing women’s contributions is essential. “Every family farm has a strong woman behind it – or in front of it,” she says. The increasing presence of women on

boards and in leadership roles is a positive trend, showcasing diverse talents and perspectives that drive the industry forward.

Warkentine’s journey has come with personal challenges. A farm accident involving her son brought the dangers of farm life into sharp focus. Balancing recovery, raising five children, and managing farm operations tested her resilience. “It was a big challenge, but my faith and the support of my family helped me through,” the producer reflects.

As we honor Warkentine and other influential women in Canadian agriculture, we also introduce our annual Who’s Who issue. This special edition of Canadian Poultry magazine profiles outstanding producers from the chicken, egg, turkey, and hatching egg sectors across Canada. The stories in the pages ahead highlight the dedication, innovation, and leadership that define our industry.

To further celebrate and support the contributions of women in agriculture, we invite you to join us at the IWCA Summit 2024 on October 22 at 12:00 p.m. ET. This virtual event will honor our 2024 Influential Women in Agriculture and feature engaging discussions about the agriculture industry from a uniquely female perspective.

Our seven IWCA honorees will be joined by other prominent agriculture trailblazers at our annual virtual summit. Don’t miss out – register now at agwomen.ca.

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What’s Hatching

Ontario expands aMPV advisory amid rising cases

In late June, the Feather Board Command Centre updated its biosecurity advisory in response to a significant rise in avian metapneumovirus (aMPV) cases across Ontario. This followed an initial advisory issued in May. The latest update identified new aMPV cases in several southwestern Ontario communities as well as in Muskoka. Additionally, presumptive positive cases have been reported in Manitoba and the U.S. The disease, known as turkey viral rhinotracheitis in turkeys and swollen head syndrome in chickens, is highly contagious and affects all poultry species.

Applications open for CFO’s New Entrant Chicken Farmer Program

In June, the Chicken Farmers of Ontario (CFO) announced that applications had opened for its New Entrant Chicken Farmer Program, which helps qualified new farmers join Ontario’s expanding chicken industry. Interested candidates must apply by 5:00 PM on November 1, 2024. Since its inception in 2012, the program has welcomed 42 farm families into the industry, offering extensive support including educational resources and an on-farm orientation program.

CWT Farms Intl. announces leadership changes

CWT Farms International, Inc. announced key leadership changes effective August 1, appointing Jay Daniels as president and Greg Carter as director of Canadian sales and planning. Daniels, who joined CWT in 2023 and has over 35 years of industry experience, succeeds the retiring Rickey Smith.

McDonald’s Canada has announced that it has successfully met its goal of sourcing 100 per cent Canadian free-run eggs for its McMuffin, McGriddles, and Bagel sandwiches.

McDonald’s Canada achieves 100% sourcing of free-run eggs

McDonald’s Canada has announced that it has successfully met its goal of sourcing 100 per cent Canadian free-run eggs for its McMuffin, McGriddles, and Bagel sandwiches.

This achievement comes ahead of the company’s initial target set for 2025, which was part of its Food Quality and Sourcing initiative launched in 2015.

Hope Bentley, head of supply chain at McDonald’s Canada, welcomes this milestone. “Over 117 million Canada Grade A eggs are sourced per year for Canadian restaurants, so we want to make sure we’re using our scale for good,” Bentley says.

“This is about animal welfare, supporting Canadian farmers, and the future of this country’s agriculture industry. Not to mention serving delicious, quality eggs in your favourite McMuffin or McGriddles.”

The company collaborated closely with its long-time egg supplier, Burnbrae Farms, and Canadian egg farmers to meet the logistical challenges of sourcing a large enough supply of free-run eggs for its Canadian restaurants.

Free-run farms provide an open environment for hens, allowing them to express natural behaviours with enrichments such as perches, scratch areas, and nests.

Burnbrae Farms, which has been supplying eggs to McDonald’s restaurants in Canada since the early 1970s and has been the sole supplier since 2003, currently provides Canada Grade A eggs for McDonald’s breakfast sandwiches.

These eggs are sourced exclusively from Canadian farms and are certified by the Egg Farmers of Canada’s Egg Quality Assurance (EQA) program, ensuring strict food safety and animal welfare standards.

Chicken Farmers of Canada deploys flocks of helpful chickens across Toronto

This past spring, in a fun display of community spirit, flocks of chickens were spotted across Toronto engaging in acts of kindness. The initiative, orchestrated by the Chicken Farmers of Canada (CFC), aimed to showcase the values of Canadian chicken farming while spreading joy throughout the city.

From bustling sidewalks to serene parks, the chickens left their mark by holding doors open for passersby, tidying up litter in local green spaces, and even footing the bill for morning coffees. These unexpected acts of generosity took many Torontonians by surprise and sparked a wave of appreciation for the feathered ambassadors.

According to JJ Hochrein, director of brand marketing at CFC, the motivation behind the initiative was simple: “These chickens were out doing good deeds because they were raised

right, just like chickens raised by Canadian chicken farmers. Canadian farmers take pride in raising chickens with care, ensuring they grow without the use of hormones or steroids. It’s a commitment that resonates in every cluck and strut of these helpful birds.”

The deployment of these helpful chickens served as a tangible reminder of the values upheld by Canadian chicken farmers. By engaging in acts of kindness, the chickens highlighted the dedication of farmers to raise poultry ethically and sustainably. The initiative underscored the message that Canadian chickens are indeed “raised right” and contribute positively to their communities.

For those curious to learn more about the initiative and the values it represents, CFC encouraged visits to chickenraisedright.ca or following @chickendotca on Instagram.

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World of Water

By Mary K. Foy

How ventilation affects your water

In this column, I’d like focus on ventilation. But what does ventilation have to do with water? Well, it turns out it has a lot to do with our water!

Balancing air quality for poultry growth

Bringing fresh air into the barn, circulating heat in and out, and controlling humidity and temperature are some of the most challenging balancing acts when growing poultry in our facilities.

Airborne pathways of contamination

All that air movement in and out of the barn circulates more than just air. The air that moves through the vents, fans, cool cell pads, and doors is a vector of transportation for viruses (think avian influenza), bacteria, algae, yeasts, and molds.

Mitigating risks in the barn

Now, there isn’t a lot we can do about what is coming into the barn, but once it is in the barn there are actions we can take to mitigate the impact these foreign living organisms will have on our birds.

Impact on water quality

Anything that gets into the barn through the ventilation system can get into your water line. That can be mold or algae floating in the air from a damp area meters away from your barn. It could also be bacteria from the cattle or sheep next door. Viruses are notorious for surviving in the airflow just long enough to find a suitable host.

Biosecurity concerns

The simple act of a truck driving down the road that is in between barns is enough to stir up the dirt that is then sucked into the ventilation of the barn. Where has the truck come from? What was on its tires, not to mention what did it drive over and stir up? We step into the realm of biosecurity here, but there is a reason for that. Everything that comes onto your farm, including the air, has the potential to bring in an organism that can cause performance challenges for your birds.

Water system contamination

Once it is in the barn, it can wind up either settling on a drinker pin or the birds themselves can deposit it on a drinker pin. Each activation of that drinker allows whatever is on the drinker to make its way

into the watering system. Did you know there are bacteria that are motile? They have flagella (tail-like appendage) or cilia (tiny hair-like appendages) that move to propel them about the environment. These motile bacteria move into your water system and often take friends with them, friends like mold or algae.

Water line dynamics

Just the flow of the water in the pipe can pull in whatever is on the drinker, much like our medicators work where the flow of the water causes a vacuum that triggers the medicator. Once it is inside the water line, it has the perfect environment to thrive.

The inside of the water lines is often warm, dark, and has hours of little to no activity, allowing for the flourishing of all varieties of microorganisms. If supplements are added through

the water line, such as vitamins, probiotics, electrolytes, or even an organic acid (vinegar), then those microorganisms also now have a great food source.

Case Study: Contamination consequences

A prime example of this was a turkey farm that had developed clogged drinkers. The substance that was finally forced out of the water lines was rubbery and in strips. It turned out to be Aureobasidium spp. spores (a yeast-like fungi) along with Aeromonas hydrophila bacteria (a pathogen for fish and amphibians).

Through our investigation, we found that the neighbouring farm had tilled under their crop for the winter and spores from their field had drifted through the air, through the ventilation of the barn and landed on the drinkers. The grower was not using any kind of water treatment. It took about eight days for the drinkers to become completely clogged. Had the grower had a water treatment system in place this fiasco would have never occurred.

Preventive measures

Although there is little we can do about what comes in through our ventilation system, we can certainly prevent the devastating impact it can have on our birds by paying attention to the water system. Have a water treatment system in place to fight what you cannot see and clean your water lines every time the barn is empty.

Given the critical link between ventilation and water quality in poultry farming, proactive measures are essential to safeguarding bird health.

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Ivy Rachkewich

Chicken producer a pillar of her province’s poultry industry. By Brett Ruffell

On a crisp Christmas morning, Ivy Rachkewich’s fondest memories unfold.

Her entire family bustled around the barns, getting everything ready for the arrival of baby chicks. Despite the chill, the barn buzzed with warmth and activity. Her four children, each assigned a task, worked together seamlessly, creating a cherished tradition of family unity and dedication to the farm.

Balancing motherhood with managing the farm, especially with her husband Dave often away for his job in the mining industry, Rachkewich embodies resilience and passion in all facets of her life. As a long-standing advocate for the poultry industry, her contributions extend far beyond Ponass Poultry, her family run farm in Rose Valley, Sask.

From childhood to legacy

Rachkewich’s journey in poultry farming began as a third-generation farmer with deep ties the broiler chicken industry. Her grandfather was instrumental in introducing the quota system to Saskatchewan, laying the groundwork for what would become his granddaughter’s lifelong vocation.

Growing up, Rachkewich and her sister were tasked with cleaning the chickens’ drinkers and feeders by hand, a far cry from today’s automated systems. This early experience instilled in her a profound understanding of hard work and dedication – values she’s carried into her own farming practices.

In 2000, the Rachkewichs expanded the family farm, and in 2013, they bought out the remainder of the farm from her mother after her father’s passing. For over 24 years, Rachkewich has been at the helm of their three broiler barns, managing the

daily operations with the help of her children. Her eldest, Tysen and Madison, both graduated and continue to assist during busy times, while Marley and Dylan, the younger ones, are her primary helpers, ensuring the farm runs smoothly.

Embracing modern practices

Rachkewich’s farm showcases the evolution of agricultural practices. Emphasizing sustainability, they utilize their own straw and manure, significantly reducing chemical use. The farm’s commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated by their exploration of solar panel installations and advanced monitoring systems. “We work on the sustainability of our farm, using our resources efficiently and looking into innovative solutions like solar power,” she explains.

Heat exchangers, a staple on their farm

Balancing the demands of motherhood and farming, Ivy Rachkewich has carved out a legacy of sustainability and community service.

since 1986, exemplify Rachkewich’s dedication to efficient energy use. These devices help manage barn temperatures by recycling warm air, reducing energy costs, and contributing to a more sustainable farming operation. Although parts for the older models have become scarce, Rachkewich is determined to maintain and upgrade these essential systems, reflecting her forward-thinking approach.

Reducing antibiotic use

In line with industry trends, Rachkewich has implemented stringent measures to minimize antibiotic use on her farm. This involves meticulous cleaning practices and rigorous health monitoring of the flock. “It starts

from the cleaning practices and the preparation practices to give them a good head start,” she notes. By ensuring a healthy start and maintaining high biosecurity standards, Rachkewich’s farm significantly reduces the need for antibiotics, aligning with consumer demands for healthier poultry products.

A passion for advocacy

Beyond the farm, Rachkewich’s role as a director on the board of Chicken Farmers of Saskatchewan and her involvement with Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan highlight her commitment to the industry.

As a member of the Saskatchewan Chicken Industry Development Fund (SCIDF)

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committee, she supports research and development initiatives, promoting the growth and sustainability of the chicken industry. Her advocacy work extends to public engagement, such as participating in events like Ag in the City, where she educates students about the origins of their food. Rachkewich’s efforts in building public trust are paramount. “We are all supplying safe and trusted products in our province,” she asserts, emphasizing the importance of transparency and education in maintaining consumer confidence. Her participation in community events, cooking meals for Ronald McDonald House, and supporting local food banks and

Hidden talents

Outside of farming, Rachkewich has a flair for floristry, having trained and worked as a florist for several years. Her home is adorned with numerous plants, a testament to her green thumb. Additionally, she coaches competitive volleyball, demonstrating her commitment to fostering teamwork and discipline, values that undoubtedly enrich her approach to farming.

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HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT

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hospitals underscore her dedication to both her industry and her community.

Fellow board member Tiffany Martinka praises Rachkewich’s strategic mindset and her ability to consider the broader impact of board decisions. “She always has the producers’ best interests at heart,” Martinka says, emphasizing Rachkewich’s role in shaping policies that benefit the entire industry.

Rachkewich also volunteered for the Chicken Champ program, an initiative by Chicken Farmers of Canada (CFC) designed to train farmers in advocacy and public engagement. This role involves speaking to the media and participating in public events to promote the industry, showcasing her dedication to advocating for her peers.

Support for new entrants

Rachkewich’s influence extends to mentoring new entrants in the industry. Jesse Coleman, a new farmer selected for the

province’s new entrants program, recalls Rachkewich’s support and guidance during his early days. “She was always there to answer my questions and provide a different perspective on the industry,” Coleman says. He notes her enthusiasm and optimism about the future of chicken farming, which inspired him to get more involved in industry advocacy and CFC’s Young Farmers Program.

The future of the farm

Looking ahead, the producer hopes her children will continue the family legacy. With a significant age gap among her four children, the challenge lies in determining which of them, along with their future spouses, will be best suited to take over the farm. Rachkewich remains optimistic, ensuring that each child can pursue their education and interests before making such a crucial decision.

Five key takeaways

1. Family Legacy: Ivy Rachkewich is a third-generation chicken farmer, deeply rooted in the industry with a strong family history.

2. Sustainability Focus: Her farm utilizes sustainable practices, including the use of heat exchangers and plans for solar panels, to reduce their carbon footprint.

3. Reducing Antibiotic Use: By enhancing cleaning practices and health monitoring, Rachkewich has significantly minimized the need for antibiotics.

4. Advocacy and Public Trust: She participates in industry boards and community events to promote and advocate for the poultry industry.

5. Future Plans: The producer hopes her children will continue the family farm, ensuring a sustainable and thriving future for their agricultural legacy.

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Shane Driessen

Hatching egg producer navigates avian influenza challenges, expands farm operations, and advocates for sustainable farming.

By Brett Ruffell

When avian influenza swept through B.C.’s Fraser Valley in 2022, Shane Driessen faced a pivotal moment on his family’s breeder farm. Walking into one of his barns, he was confronted with a scene of unexpected devastation – dozens of dead birds scattered throughout.

What followed was a heart-wrenching ordeal, as over 62,000 broiler breeders and pullets were euthanized to contain the outbreak. “It was a devastating experience to go through as a farmer,” he recalls.

But amidst the crisis, Driessen’s leadership shone through – not only with his own farm’s recovery efforts but in his commitment to serving his industry as well. He spearheaded weekly townhall meetings for affected producers in the region, offering guidance and solidarity during cleanup efforts. “Helping others navigate through AI cleanup was incredibly rewarding,” he adds.

Driessen’s efforts underscore his commit-

ment to sustainable farming practices and community support. He embodies resilience and innovation, whether expanding his family’s breeder farm’s quota or navigating industry governance as a B.C. Hatching Egg Commission director.

Farm evolution

Driessen grew up deeply immersed in agriculture. His parents, Gary and Grace Driessen, got started in the pork industry in the early 1980s. They sold their hog farm in 1996 and purchased their first broiler breeder farm the same year. This farm came with a modest 36,000-bird quota over a two-year cycle.

Those early days were challenging, with long hours and lean years, but their hard work paid off. Over time, as quota increases came and they purchased more quota, the Driessens grew the farm to 50,000 birds and built a new barn to facilitate the increased production.

In 2007, the family decided to expand by

purchasing their neighbour’s breeder farm, which was conveniently located just half a kilometer down the road. This acquisition increased their quota to 88,000 birds.

In 2012, they brokered another deal with a neighbour, bringing their total quota holdings to 114,826 placeable hens, resulting in 57,413 hens annually through their operations.

With this purchase, the producers acquired a newer 400ft x 80ft deep pit barn with a community nest system. This streamlined operations and eliminated the need to disassemble the barn to remove manure. “We loved the system and the deep pit,” Driessen says.

By 2018, the family decided to upgrade further, investing in a state-of-the-art breeder facility. It houses about 75 per cent of their total production and features extended deep pit barns, a centralized egg packing system, and advanced computer systems for remote monitoring. “This investment has drastically increased our

Shane Driessen is a hatching egg producer based in B.C.’s Fraser Valley and supports fellow producers through the B.C. Hatching Egg Commission.

farm’s efficiency,” Driessen notes. In 2020, Driessen and his brother Brent officially took over the family farm. Their complementary skill sets have been instrumental in managing and expanding the farm’s operations.

Driessen’s leadership extended beyond the farm when he was elected to the board of the B.C. Hatching Egg Commission in 2021. “It’s been really interesting to learn the regulatory side of the business and get a more fulsome view of the chicken industry in B.C. and nationally,” he says.

Driessen’s wife, Patricia, is also actively involved in the community and agriculture. Elected to the city council in 2022, she advocates for small businesses and agricultural interests. Patricia also contributes to her family’s farm equipment dealership, reinforcing the Driessen family’s deep-rooted connection to the agricultural sector. “My wife has been a voice for small business

and agriculture in the city,” Driessen says proudly.

Industry perspective

Stephanie Nelson, executive director of the B.C. Hatching Egg Commission, has known Driessen for over 15 years. Initially, she interacted with him during farm inspections and later working with him as a commission member. “Shane is an extraordinary producer,” Nelson states, highlighting his expertise in animal husbandry and poultry welfare.

His farm’s immaculate condition and his operational knowledge make him a standout in the industry. “He’s the guy that will pick up the phone and walk you through if you’re having a challenge,” Nelson adds, emphasizing his mentorship role for newer producers.

Nelson also commends Driessen’s contributions at the board level. His operational

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The avian influenza outbreaks prompted significant discussions around biosecurity. Despite rigorous biosecurity measures, Driessen’s farm was still affected. “Like many other farmers, we did everything in our power and followed all protocols to ensure we did not bring it in,” he asserts.

He describes the stringent biosecurity protocols in place, including separate boots and coveralls for each barn and full disinfection stations before entry. “It’s not easy to be told what to do, but we need to work together with other levels of government to protect ourselves and the sustainability of our industry,” Driessen says.

He emphasizes the need for continuous vigilance, especially in areas with high farm concentration, like within the Fraser Valley. “It’s very concentrated here, and that’s great for efficiency and food security but not for disease events,” he says.

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mindset and passion for the sector are invaluable. “He brings a really interesting perspective due to the volume he deals with and his extensive experience,” Nelson explains.

His leadership during the avian influenza crisis was particularly notable. “Shane really did a great job of ensuring that everybody had a space to talk through things and provided insight on how to navigate relationships with CFIA,” Nelson recalls.

Bill Vanderspek, chairperson of the B.C. Hatching Egg Commission, has known Driessen for close to 20 years. They initially met through industry interactions. Vanderspek describes him as meticulous, thoughtful, and a real numbers guy.

“He’s very, very good, very meticulous.

Anytime we ask him a question, he says, ‘Let me pull up a spreadsheet for that,’” Vanderspek notes. Driessen’s colleagues at the board table often rely on his expertise during production-related deliberations.

Vanderspek highlights Driessen’s instrumental role in the latest strategic planning process and his contributions during the avian influenza outbreaks. “Shane spent a lot of his own personal time coaching other producers that were going through it, helping them with the cleaning and disinfecting process,” Vanderspek says.

He also praises Driessen’s farm as one of the cleanest, most efficient, and well-run operations he has ever seen. “It’s a family operation, and they have all the latest equipment and technology,” Vanderspek adds.

Five key takeaways

1. Quota Growth: Starting with 36,000 birds in 1996, Shane Driessen’s farm expanded to 114,826 placeable hens by 2012, encompassing multiple breeder farms across the years.

2. Facility Expansion: In 2018, a state-of-theart breeder facility was built, spanning 500ft with deep pit barns and a centralized egg packing system, optimizing production efficiency.

3. Board Appointment: Elected to the B.C. Hatching Egg Commission in 2021, Driessen assumed a governance role, influencing industry regulations and representing producer interests.

4. Avian Influenza Impact: During the 2022 outbreak, 62,000 broiler breeders and pullets were euthanized due to infection, highlighting the farm’s scale and the devastating impact of disease on agriculture.

5. Sustainability Initiative: Set to install a 130-kW solar power system in 2024, aiming to offset 50 to 60 per cent of energy usage initially, with plans for additional systems across their farms in subsequent years.

Legacy and future vision

Looking to the future, Driessen is committed to sustainability. In May 2024, his farm installed a 130-kilowatt grid-tied solar power system, aiming to offset 50 to 60 per cent of their power usage. Plans are in place to expand this initiative to other farm locations, further enhancing the farm’s energy efficiency. “If the system works as advertised, we’ll be adding additional solar power systems to our other farm sites,” he says.

Reflecting on his career path, Driessen is grateful for the sacrifices and work ethic instilled by his parents. “If you were to ask them, they would say it’s all been the Lord’s provision for us, and Glory be to Him,” he says.

He finds joy in seeing the next generation, including his children and his brother’s children, embrace the family’s farming legacy. Driessen’s vision for the future includes continuous improvement and innovation, ensuring the farm’s sustainability and success for years to come.

“It is my joy now to watch the next generation be trained in the breeder industry and instill the same work ethic as my parents gave to us,” he reflects.

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Anders Kornelsen

Forward-thinking egg farmer, industry advocate and part-time firefighter known for his work ethic

By Brett Ruffell

Anders Kornelsen vividly recalls a cold winter day in 2010, riding alongside his dad in their tractor and listening to the radio as Sidney Crosby scored the Golden Goal. The frosty air and the task of hauling manure were offset by the excitement of the game and the bonding moment with his father.

“We were in the cab, hauling the manure, and listening to it on the radio,” Kornelsen reminisces. “That memory sticks out because it encapsulates the joy and flexibility of farm life.”

Moments like this are why Kornelsen was always inclined towards agriculture. His parents, Brad and Colleen Kornelsen, bought the family farm in 1986, and Kornelsen, along with his siblings, was often seen helping with the chores. “Our options were either come to pick eggs or get in trouble and then come to pick eggs,” he jokes, reflecting on his childhood.

Fast-forward to the present day, and Kornelsen has fully embraced his family legacy. The young producer and part-time firefighter brings passion and a fresh perspective to his family’s Rosenort, Man., egg farm, backed by a commitment to innovation and sustainability.

From construction to farming

After high school, Kornelsen ventured into construction, earning his Red Seal certifi-

cation. However, his heart was always tethered to the farm. In 2015, he made the full-time transition back to agriculture, a decision inspired by his desire to provide the same nurturing environment for his family that he had experienced. “I wanted the same opportunity for my family that my dad had given to us,” he says.

His construction skills didn’t go to waste. He applied his expertise to build his own

house and is involved in constructing new facilities on the farm. Currently, the Kornelsens are building a new aviary-style barn, a project inspired by a visit to the National Poultry Show in London, Ont., in 2017.

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values with contemporary innovations. The new aviary-style barn, scheduled to open in September, exemplifies Kornelsen’s progressive vision. “Seeing how clean and active the birds were in the aviary system in London, I was hooked,” he explains. “We knew we wanted to go aviary.”

The new barn incorporates advanced ventilation systems, including a combination of tunnel and ceiling intakes, to ensure optimal air quality and temperature control. Sustainability is also a priority, with plans to switch to natural gas for more efficient and environmentally friendly operations.

Learning and sharing knowledge

Kornelsen is not just focused on his farm; he is also an active participant in industry programs. Through the Egg Farmers of Canada’s (EFC) young farmers’ program, he has gained valuable insights into the inner workings of the industry. “The program taught me about the behind-thescenes operations and allowed me to form connections with farmers across Canada,” he says.

His involvement extends to the provincial level through the Manitoba Egg Farmers’ Ambassador Program, where he educates the public about egg farming. “Talking to people at events like the Brandon Winter Fair helps them understand where their eggs come from and the care we put into

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Kornelsen previously worked in construction. He’s now using those skills to build a new aviary barn.

Kornelsen educates the public about egg farming through the Manitoba Egg Farmers’ Ambassador Program.

Five key takeaways

1. Return to Farming: Anders Kornelsen returned to full-time farming in 2015 after a career in construction and earning his Red Seal certification.

2. New Barn Innovation: Inspired by the National Poultry Show in London, Ont., Kornelsen is building a new aviary-style barn, enhancing the farm’s operations with better ventilation and sustainability practices.

3. Family Involvement: The Kornelsen family farm is a multi-generational operation, with a succession plan in place for Anders and his wife to take over from his parents.

4. Industry Engagement: Kornelsen actively participates in Egg Farmers of Canada programs, gaining insights and forming connections with farmers nationwide.

5. Operational Excellence: The aviary-style barn supports advanced egg farming practices, ensuring the well-being of the birds by allowing them to roam freely, perch, and dust bathe.

farming,” he notes.

A cousin’s perspective

Harley Siemens, Kornelsen’s cousin and a fellow egg farmer, speaks highly of his dedication and work ethic. “Anders is a hard worker, always willing to lend a hand,” Siemens says. The cousins frequently collaborate, sharing insights and helping each other improve their operations.

Siemens’ farm, which also features an aviary system, served as a model for Kornelsen’s new barn. “We tapped into their vast amount of knowledge many times,” Kornelsen acknowledges. “Talking to Kurt (his uncle) and Harley made our process go a lot smoother.”

Future aspirations

Looking ahead, Kornelsen has ambitious plans for the farm. The new barn, designed to house over 25,000 birds, is just the beginning. “Long term, I would like to keep expanding and hopefully involve my kids in the future,” he shares. “There is always room for growth, even if it means applying for variances to expand further.”

Despite the demands of farming, Kornel-

sen values the flexibility it offers, allowing him to volunteer as a firefighter in his community. “The flexibility of being an egg farmer lets me give back to the community as much as possible,” he says. His father is supportive, often stepping in to help on the farm during emergencies.

Reflecting on his career thus far, Kornelsen is glad he returned to the family business. “I love being an egg farmer,” he says. “There’s nothing else I would rather do. My passion lies in producing the best eggs for consumers in Canada and around the world.”

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Astrid Stephenson

Hands-on turkey farmer keeps striving for excellence on the farm and in the board room.

By Brett Ruffell

In the world of poultry farming, turkeys often stand out for their unique personalities. Astrid Stephenson, a turkey producer from Edmonton, Alta., has come to appreciate these birds for their distinctive traits.

“They definitely have personalities,” Stephenson says. “Each flock is very different, and every flock you’re dealing with new behaviours and quirks. It’s surprising and rewarding to figure out how to best manage each one.”

This love for the unique quirks of her birds, combined with her dedication to family, fuels Stephenson’s passion for the turkey industry. Her career has been defined by a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Road to turkeys

Stephenson’s journey into turkey farming began when her family purchased a turkey farm in 2009. Transitioning from a background in dairy farming and broiler chickens, Stephenson faced a steep learning curve. “It was the first turkey farm I’d ever stepped foot on,” she recalls. “Turkeys are very different from broiler chickens. You have them a lot longer, and there are different ways of growing them.”

Stephenson’s farm, Pine Park Farms, initially operated on a large scale, with over a million kilograms of production. However, she made the strategic decision to downsize. “I wanted to manage it without hired help,” she explains. “So, we

downsized to just under 600,000 kilograms and reduced from eight barns to three working barns.”

And with her husband working full-time off the farm as a fire fighter, Stephenson is very hands on. “She grows quite a few birds, and she does it herself,” notes Alberta Turkey Producers (ATP) executive director Cara Prout in admiration.

Stephenson’s typical day is anything but typical, as it varies greatly depending on the turkeys’ growth stages. “In the mornings, I do my normal circuit checks, walking through the barns and checking everything,” she says. The rest of the day could involve cleaning barns, moving turkeys to different barns, or handling various maintenance tasks.

Recently, the turkey farmer completed a two-day project of moving five-week-old toms from the brooder barn to the finisher barn, a task that required help from her family. “In the summer, there’s always something to do,” Stephenson notes. “There’s always maintenance, grass to cut, and things to clean up.”

Embracing challenges

Stephenson loves to tackle on-farm challenges herself. One of the most significant obstacles she faced was managing the water quality for her turkeys. Every barn had its own well, each with varying mineral content and conditions, requiring careful monitoring and adjustment.

“The biggest problem was figuring out

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how to utilize the water and what the best disinfectant was,” she explains. Initially, she used chlorine, but it led to black, gunky water due to high manganese levels.

Stephenson experimented with various water filtration systems before discovering the benefits of hydrogen peroxide. “I changed everything over to hydrogen peroxide, and it really improved the condition of the water,” she says. The switch not only reduced the need to frequently change water lines but also had a significant positive impact on bird growth and feed conversion rates.

Recently, Stephenson faced another water-related challenge when her wells ran dry due to drought conditions. “I’ve never had that happen before,” she says. In response, she reactivated an abandoned well on her property. “I got our well people out, did some plumbing, and had an electrician set it up. Now it’s running smooth-

ly and goes through the same treatment system as the other wells.”

Industry contributions

Beyond her farm, Stephenson has made significant contributions to her industry through ATP. She started as a director in training, a role that allowed her to learn the ropes without voting rights. Now a full director, she is also a representative for the Turkey Farmers of Canada on the National Farm Animal Care Council. “It’s about learning more about the industry beyond just the farm level,” she says.

Prout has high praise for Stephenson’s contributions. “Astrid brings a unique perspective to our board with her hands-on experience and innovative approaches to farming,” she says. “Her work with water quality improvements has been notable. She’s shown a great deal of ingenuity and commitment to improving not just her

farm, but the industry as a whole.”

Stephenson also allowed hatcheries to trial new genetic lines on her farm. This openness to innovation underscores her willingness to embrace new challenges and provide valuable feedback. Prout praises Astrid’s efforts: “She was really good at reporting progress to the hatchery about how the birds performed.”

The turkey producer’s meticulous record-keeping and documentation skills made her an ideal candidate for these trials. “She’s good at keeping records and documenting and providing constructive feedback,” Prout notes.

This attention to detail ensures that the hatchery receives accurate and useful data. Moreover, Stephenson’s farm is known for producing consistently high-quality birds, making it an excellent location for testing new genetic lines.

In summarizing Stephenson’s contributions to the turkey industry, Prout says, “If she thinks it could help the industry in the long run, she’s interested in doing things that really provide benefit to everybody. I think she’s a great advocate for the industry.”

Five key takeaways

1. Passion for Turkeys: Astrid Stephenson loves the unique personalities of her turkeys, which make her farming experience dynamic and enjoyable.

2. Innovative Water Management: By switching from chlorine to hydrogen peroxide for water treatment, she improved water quality, bird growth, and feed conversion rates.

3. Family Centered Farming: Stephenson’s farming journey is deeply rooted in her family, with support from her husband, Corey, and her nearby parents.

4. Adaptation and Downsizing: She downsized her operation from eight barns to three, reducing her quota for more efficient management without hired help.

5. Leadership and Industry Contribution:

As a director with the Alberta Turkey Producers, she stays informed about industry trends and contributes to decision-making processes.

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Krista Oulton

Trailblazing poultry farmer and industry advocate built a diverse family farming operation.

By Brett Ruffell

Krista Oulton, a chicken and egg farmer based in Kings County, N.S., embodies the energy and strength that are part of the poultry industry. Together with her husband Thom and son, Sam, Oulton has managed different farming projects, showing a dedication to new ideas, sustainability, and community involvement. From producing eggs and broilers to being actively involved in the Egg Farmers of Nova Scotia (EFNS), Oulton’s career journey involves a range of interests and a strong commitment.

Family background

Oulton’s agricultural journey is deeply rooted in her family history. Both she and her husband hail from farming backgrounds, with a heritage that includes egg farming grandfathers.

Despite their families eventually transitioning out of egg production, the couple’s passion for agriculture never waned. “We both knew that we wanted to do something in agriculture, but we didn’t know what,”

Oulton says.

In 1999, an opportunity arose when Thom’s grandfather, who had become a broiler farmer at the age of 80, decided it was time to retire. The Oultons seized the opportunity, marking the beginning of their diverse farming operation.

Building a diverse farm

The Oultons’ farm is a testament to diversification and self-sufficiency. Initially focusing on broilers, the couple expanded their operations in 2009 by building their own barn. Four years later, they ventured into egg production by acquiring layer quota. “It fit well with what we were already doing,” Oulton explains.

The farm now has one layer barn and two broiler barns, alongside extensive cropping activities. A significant milestone in their journey towards self-sufficiency was they started renting a feed mill from a neighbouring hog farmer.

“We make our own feed,” Oulton notes, emphasizing the importance of controlling feed quality and consistency.

Innovative free-run solution

Oulton has always been forward-thinking, particularly in her approach to egg production. She was among the first in Nova Scotia to implement a free-run layer system, converting a broiler breeder barn into unique free-run housing. “We chose that route from the beginning because the Retail Council was pushing for no cages, and Europe was heading in that direction,” Oulton says.

The system involves hens laying eggs in specially designed nest boxes, which then roll onto a belt for collection. This innovative approach, although initially met with skepticism, has now become a standard for free-run systems in the region.

Adapting a broiler breeder barn for layers came with its own set of challenges. “The real learning curve was teaching the birds how to lay in the nest box versus on the floor,” Oulton recalls. The first flock required significant labour to train the hens, but the system has since proven effective.

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use in broilers, working closely with local veterinarians. This proactive approach to animal health underscores her commitment to sustainable farming practices.

Board work and advocacy

Oulton’s influence extends beyond her farm. She has been an active member of the EFNS board for three years and currently serves as vice chair. Her involvement has been instrumental in updating the province’s poultry emergency response plan, ensuring a robust system for handling crises such as avian influenza outbreaks.

“We’ve totally revamped our poultry emergency response plan,” Oulton states, highlighting the importance of preparedness and effective communication in the industry.

Wanda Hamilton, general manager of EFNS, commends Oulton’s leadership and dedication. “She’s always very attentive, quick to respond, and engaged with what’s

happening,” Hamilton says. Oulton’s broad perspective and proactive stance have been invaluable to the organization, she adds.

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1. Diverse Agricultural Ventures: Oulton and her husband manage a multifaceted farm that includes broilers, layers, and extensive cropping, demonstrating their commitment to diversified farming.

2. Innovative Practices: She implemented a free-run layer system early on, showcasing her forward-thinking approach and adaptability to industry trends.

3. Self-Sufficiency: The Oultons’ renting of a feed mill underscores their focus on self-sufficiency and quality control in feed production.

4. Leadership and Advocacy: Oulton’s role on the Egg Farmers of Nova Scotia board highlights her dedication to industry advocacy, including revamping the poultry emergency response plan.

5. Mentorship and Gender Equality: Through programs like women in the egg industry, Oulton promotes female participation in agriculture, ensuring future generations see it as a viable and equitable career path.

ter, who is studying agriculture, sees a promising future in the field without perceiving significant gender-related challenges.

Future goals

Oulton is looking to the future with big plans for her farm. She wants to achieve complete self-sufficiency in feed production and grow the broiler breeder side of her business.

“Next year, we’re building a pullet barn for broiler breeders as a next step for growth on our farm,” she reveals.

In addition, they’ve upgraded their cropping operations with investments in advanced GPS systems and no-till seeders to boost efficiency and sustainability.

Oulton’s journey blends tradition with innovation, showcasing her strong dedication to her community and the agricultural industry as a whole. Her diverse farming approach, along with her leadership and advocacy, sets a motivating example for both current and future farmers. As she expands her operations and influence, Oulton continues to play a crucial role in Nova Scotia’s agricultural sector.

Sally Van Straaten

From a childhood on the “Old MacDonald Farm” to a leading voice for egg producers in Ontario.

By Brett Ruffell

Growing up on what she fondly refers to as an “Old MacDonald farm,” Sally Van Straaten’s agricultural roots run deep. This Perth County, Ont., native has always been immersed in farm life, surrounded by a diverse array of animals, from pigs and beef cattle to chickens and horses. Today, she channels her lifelong passion for farming into her successful egg operation, M&S Eggs.

“I grew up looking after meat birds and working on various dairy farms,” she says. “Agriculture has always been in my blood.” This early exposure laid the foundation for her eventual venture into egg farming, a journey that began when she and her husband Mike decided to explore the layer industry in 2017.

Van Straaten’s journey from traditional farming to modern egg production is a story of passion, a commitment to excellence, and community engagement.

Embracing enriched housing

The Van Straatens built their enriched barn in 2018, designed to house over 10,000 birds. This decision was driven by both practicality and vision. “Enriched housing was the best option for us,” Van Straaten explains. “We did a lot of homework and felt confident in our choice. It’s been a fantastic experience.”

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riched housing offers a balance between animal welfare and production efficiency, providing hens with more space, perches, and nesting areas compared to conventional housing.

“We weren’t afraid of enriched housing,” Van Straaten recalls. “We felt it was the right choice, even though we considered other options like free run. Our enriched system works well for us, and our birds are thriving.”

Omega program

One of the standout features of M&S Eggs is their participation in the omega-3 egg program. Van Straaten’s farm has been part of this initiative for the past four flocks, reflecting their dedication to producing high-quality, nutritious eggs.

The omega program involves feeding the hens a special diet enriched with flaxseed, which increases the omega-3 content of the eggs. “Our birds transition

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Scott Brookshaw, president of Gray Ridge Eggs, Van Straaten’s grader, praises her participation in the omega program. He highlights that only a select few producers are chosen for their high standards. “We want to make sure that the producers we’re working with are very good because the feed premium is high, and we want to capture that without much waste.”

Education and community

Van Straaten’s contributions extend beyond her farm. As a director for Egg Farmers of Ontario (EFO), she participates in initiatives aimed at improving the industry and supporting fellow farmers. One such initiative is the women in

the egg industry program, which the producer praises for its role in fostering leadership and connection among female farmers.

“It’s been a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the industry and connect with other women in agriculture,” Van Straaten says. “We bring a different perspective to the table, and it’s important to have diverse voices in leadership roles.”

The farmer is also passionate about education. She participates in a breakfast program in her community and a school egg program that provides hard-boiled eggs to students in Perth County and Waterloo. Additionally, she has been involved in a pilot program to educate students about egg farming, which includes farm visits, classroom lessons, and trips to grocery stores to understand the supply chain.

“The pilot program has been fantastic,”

Van Straaten enthuses. “It’s rewarding to see students learn about where their food comes from and the hard work that goes into producing it.”

Her contributions to the EFO board are marked by her exceptional ability to offer fresh perspectives. As a smaller producer, she brings diverse viewpoints on industry growth and the attraction of young farmers.

Brookshaw praises her dynamic approach, noting, “She’s very good on the board. She has a lot of new perspectives, different perspectives, because she’s a smaller producer, and she sees things a little differently on how should we help the industry grow and how do we keep young farmers wanting to come in? So, she’s very dynamic that way.”

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Van Straaten’s forward-thinking is evident in discussions where she advocates for market responsiveness over adherence to past policies. Brookshaw summarizes her approach: “If we’re trying to feed the market and get eggs into the system, then we need to do whatever it takes to ensure that we’re keeping Canadian eggs and using the Ontario system.”

Her innovative mindset challenges the status quo, ensuring the board considers proactive strategies to meet market demands effectively.

Brookshaw also praises how Van Straaten runs her zone meetings. “She makes it easy for people to bring points forward, no matter what the point is. Some people feel intimidated, but Sally has fostered an environment where no

Van Straaten, pictured her checking on her hens, embraced enriched housing from the start of her egg production career.

Five key takeaways

1. Innovative Housing: Sally Van Straaten utilizes enriched housing for her hens, providing better welfare and efficiency.

2. Omega-3 Program: M&S Eggs participates in a specialized program, feeding hens flaxseed-enriched diets to produce high-quality omega-3 eggs.

3. Community Engagement: Van Straaten actively supports local initiatives, including school egg programs and educational outreach.

4. Leadership Role: As a director for Egg Farmers of Ontario, Van Straaten champions female leadership and industry improvement.

5. Sustainability Focus: Future plans for M&S Eggs include expanding solar energy capacity, reflecting a commitment to sustainable farming practices.

question is seen as stupid. She’s an amazing leader, and people follow her because of how she talks and respects others.”

Sustainability and growth

Van Straaten’s forward-thinking style is evident in her future plans for M&S Eggs. The barn was built with solar panels in mind, and the Van Straatens have already installed panels on their shop shed. “We might look into expanding our solar capacity in the future,” she notes. “We’re always thinking about how to make our operation more sustainable.”

Brookshaw sees great potential in her continued growth. “Sally started from scratch and has built a thriving operation. I have no doubt she’ll continue to expand and innovate.”

Through her dedication to farming, education, and community involvement, Van Straaten embodies the spirit of modern agriculture.

Her journey to a leading egg producer in Ontario is a testament to hard work, innovation, and a love for the land and animals. “Farming is my passion,” Van Straaten says. “I love working with the hens and being part of an industry that provides nutritious food to people. It’s a fulfilling and rewarding life.”

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Luce Bélanger

Chicken producer and animal scientist excels in her roles on the farm, at home, and as an industry leader.

By Mark Cardwell

As the owner of a small Quebec broiler farm, Luce Bélanger has little to gain financially from her work at the highest levels of Canadian poultry organizations. But as a trained animal scientist, a proud poultry producer, and a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, she cherishes the ability to work for the well-being of the chicken industry and consumers.

Professional journey

“I like to think that I’m a very objective person,” says Bélanger, an executive member of the Chicken Farmers of Canada (CFC)’s board of directors and a long-time board director of the Quebec wing. She’s also CFC’s representative at Animal Health Canada, a member of CFC’s Production Committee, and a dedicated supporter of both CFC’s Animal Care Program and its On-Farm Food Safety Program.

“My goal – the thing that really motivates

me – is helping to keep the Canadian chicken industry healthy and growing so that farmers get their fair share and people get the best birds at a fair price,” says Bélanger.

Transition to farming

Being a chicken farmer – let alone working on their behalf – was never something she envisaged growing up in the off-island Montreal suburb of Saint-Eustache in western Quebec. “I was a city girl,” says Bélanger, whose mother was a nurse and her father a pilot with Air Canada. “The only farm I ever saw was an uncle’s dairy farm in Rimouski. We’d visit in the summer and, though we never stayed long, I always enjoyed going there and seeing the animals.”

Those visits somehow sparked an interest in Bélanger for animal husbandry, a field of study she pursued at McGill University’s Department of Animal Science on the Macdonald campus on the western tip of the Island of Montreal, not far from Sainte-Eustache.

It was there that Bélanger met – and later married – fellow student Kenny McBain, a descendant of a long line of broiler chicken producers in and around Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier, a half-hour drive northwest of Quebec City. After graduating in the mid-1990s, the newlyweds moved to Saint-Gabriel and Kenny went to work as a poultry sales rep for Unicoop, now part of the Avantis coopérative group.

Bélanger, for her part, stayed home to have and care for the couple’s two daughters, Alison and Gabrielle. In 1999, she decided to buy the broiler quota from her ailing father-in-law’s estate. “It was a good business move,” recalls Bélanger. “Kenny had grown up in the business and we had always helped out since we moved here. It just made sense for me to do it.”

Challenges and improvements

Housed in one of two barns on the McBain’s farm, the broiler operation was a mix of owned and rented quotas that,

A trained animal scientist, Luce Bélanger cherishes the ability to work for the well-being of her flocks and the broader chicken industry.

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together, were not enough to fill the building. The barn was also in serious need of several upgrades and repairs.

“We basically redid the entire building,” says Bélanger. “We changed the heating system, the floors, the insulation, and the roof. We also added a second silo and bought a generator.”

Over the next decade, Bélanger built up the business by buying additional quota and becoming less dependent on rental quota.

She also deepened her knowledge of business in general and the poultry industry in particular thanks to an MBA in agribusiness that she did online through Laval University in 2004. “I learned a lot, especially about international business and the different market access instruments and product management systems that are used in agricultural supply chains around the world.”

Involvement in poultry politics

Around the same time, Bélanger got involved in poultry politics for the first time after meeting an elderly chicken farmer at the roadside vegetable stand she runs as a sideline with her daughters during the summer months.

“He told me they were looking for someone to fill a board seat on the local chapter of Les Éleveurs de volailles du Quebec,” says Bélanger. “I took it as an opportunity to learn and to become more

involved in the chicken industry.”

After serving more than a decade with the local Capitale-nationale/Côte-nord chapter, which represents some 130 poultry producers across eastern Quebec, Bélanger was elected to the provincial board in 2017.

Personal and professional challenges

The appointment came just months after her husband Kenny was hit by a drunk driver while walking on the road near their family’s farm, resulting in serious trauma that changed their lives.

“You wouldn’t know it by looking at him, but the accident left him with permanent issues,” says Bélanger. “He had to stop working at his job. But, thankfully, he’s alive and at home with us and is able to help out with the birds.”

Chicken Farmers of Canada role

In 2018, Bélanger was named as Quebec’s alternate director on the CFC board. Over the next few years, she took on added roles and responsibilities, becoming CFC’s representative at Animal Health Canada and a member of the national chicken regulatory body’s production committee industry.

In 2022, Bélanger was acclaimed Quebec’s director on the CFC board, taking over from outgoing director François Cloutier, who

“My goal – the thing that really motivates me – is helping to keep the Canadian chicken industry healthy and growing.”

Bélanger is an executive member of CFC’s board of directors, serving at Animal Health Canada and on CFC’s production committee.

Five key takeaways

1. Passion for Industry Leadership: Luce Bélanger’s dedication to the Canadian chicken industry is driven by a passion for ensuring fair practices and sustainable growth.

2. Balancing Act: Juggling responsibilities as a chicken farmer, wife, mother, and grandmother underscores her commitment to both family and professional endeavors.

3. Educational Foundation: Her background in animal science and continued learning, including an MBA in agribusiness, enhances her leadership in poultry production and management.

4. Impactful Contributions: From upgrading farm infrastructure to navigating poultry politics, Bélanger’s proactive approach shapes industry standards and policies.

5. Future Vision: As a board member of Chicken Farmers of Canada, she influences strategic decisions crucial to the industry’s future health and prosperity.

replaced her as Quebec’s alternate. Subsequently elected by her peers to the board’s four-member executive team, Bélanger is now helping to provide leadership and decision-making on the most important plans and issues facing farmers and other stakeholders from the Canadian chicken industry.

“The big one is allocation – setting the right amount of kilograms of broilers to synchronize with consumption,” says Bélanger. Several metrics, she adds, are used to determine each of the 6.5 allotment periods that the CFC board decides on each year to supply manage the 1.3 billion kgs of chicken produced annually nationwide.

“We use data and information from StatCan, Nielsen, and market analysts like Kevin Greer,” says Bélanger. “We also calculate things like inventory, imports, and population growth. And we always look at past years and consider other factors like the price of pork or beef. It’s an important

job that we have to get right,” she adds. “If not, it can have all kinds of implications for farmers and our industry.”

Dedication and support

For Bélanger, being at the heart of the poultry industry’s inner workings is both a stimulating and rewarding experience. “I love the challenge and I love the knowledge it brings me,” she says.

Being a CFC director, she adds, requires a lot of dedication and personal sacrifice. “It’s a very demanding position,” the chicken producer says.

“There’s a lot of travel involved. It seems I’m always driving or flying to Ottawa or other cities for meetings or other business. There’s always lots of reading and communicating to do,” she adds. “Fortunately, I’ve got a strong and loving family that supports me at home and in my roles away from the farm.”

Dr. Shayan Sharif

Passion for people defines poultry scientist’s career.

By Lilian Schaer

Dr. Shayan Sharif has had a remarkable career in poultry health and research. He’s a veterinarian and professor at the University of Guelph focusing on poultry immunology, as well as serving as the Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Studies at the Ontario Veterinary College.

Over the last few years, he’s also become a leading media spokesperson and commentator on avian influenza as the North American industry grappled with the most recent outbreak. Last year alone, he completed approximately 40 engagements with mainstream TV, radio and print outlets, offering objective information on the outbreak and what it means for Canadians.

As proud as he is of his academic work, however, Sharif’s true passion lies in working with people and training the next generation of poultry industry scientists and decision-makers.

“Everything I’ve done, I couldn’t do without the students and staff who come out of my lab, and many are now policy makers or in academia in many different places in Canada, the United States or worldwide,” he says, adding he feels strongly about taking on a mentorship role and fostering their career development.

“I’m trying to help them achieve their goals and objectives and this is, in a sense my calling, to facilitate and be the person who is between them and the next phase of their career,” he says.

Early interest

Growing up in Iran, Sharif’s interest in anatomy started at a young age when a frog necropsy and the differences between diseased and healthy tissues caught his attention. This led him to the University of Tehran’s Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, where courses in virology and immunology piqued his interest in the phenomenon of genetic resistance to infectious diseases. There, he completed his DVM thesis on the immunological aspects of Marek’s disease in poultry.

After working as a poultry veterinarian for several years, a fascination with Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC), which determines mammals’ and chickens’ susceptibility and resistance to disease, brought him to Guelph, one of the only places in the world at the time where work on MHC and its association with disease was being done.

“Nobody was studying MHC in chickens at Guelph – all the people working in this field were at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency lab in Ottawa at the time – so that became my focus,” he recalls.

Last year alone, Dr. Shayan Sharif completed approximately 40 media engagements, offering objective information on the avian influenza outbreak.

PHOTO: DR. SHAYAN SHARIF

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Red Water, Alta.

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Poultry research at Guelph

After leaving Guelph to complete a post-doctoral fellowship, he returned in 2001 to join the Poultry Industry Council-funded Poultry Program Team and establish a research program in poultry immunology.

Today, his lab focuses on three main research areas: immunity and vaccine development for Marek’s disease and avian influenza; and development of probiotics for enhanced immune responsiveness and gut health in poultry.

Mentorship

For Sharif, though, the many students and staff – or early career colleagues, as he likes to call them – that he has worked with over his more than two decades at Guelph count as the main highlight of his career.

Sugandha Raj accepted a post-doc position with Sharif after completing her PhD in his lab and speaks highly of how he en-

courages his students to think outside the box, stay on top of cutting-edge scientific research, and take advantage of industry networking opportunities.

“He is truly a great teacher and mentor. The most amazing thing is his patience and resilience – even if you are not at your best, he is very understanding and supports you in ways that humble you,” she says.

Khaled Abdelaziz, who today is an

Assistant Professor of Immunology at Clemson University and a Faculty Scholar at Clemson University School of Health Research in South Carolina, joined Sharif’s lab as a postdoctoral fellow in 2014 and flourished under his professor’s inspiration, support and guidance.

“I remember in my first meeting with him he said, “Khaled, your success is my success”. These were not just words be -

James Schlegel, Chair, District 3

Duane Dietrich, Executive Member, District 3

Neil Campbell, District 2

Matt Steele, Vice Chair, District 1

Kurtis Allaer, District 1

Steven Vanderzanden, District 2

Greg Lansink, District 4

Sharif, pictured here with his lab team, says his true passion lies in training the next generation of poultry industry scientists and decision-makers.

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cause Sharif kept supporting me even after I became an independent investigator,” he recalls. “Dr. Sharif is very generous with his time and always shares information, experience, and knowledge with his team. He supports his mentees not only throughout their graduate programs, but also throughout their career life.”

Ravi Kulkarni worked with Sharif in various capacities at the University of Guelph between 2004 and 2018, appreciating his guidance in career development and research achievement. Today, Kulkarni is an Assistant Professor in Population Health and Pathobiology at North Carolina State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine.

Five key takeaways

1. Leading Expert in Poultry Health: Dr. Shayan Sharif is a renowned veterinarian and professor at the University of Guelph, specializing in poultry immunology. He also serves as the Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Studies at the Ontario Veterinary College.

2. Media Spokesperson on Avian Influenza: Over the past two years, Sharif has become a prominent media figure, providing expert commentary on avian influenza amidst the most recent outbreak. Last year, he completed around 40 media engagements, educating the public on the disease’s impact.

3. Passion for Mentorship: While Sharif values his academic achievements, his true passion lies in mentoring and training the next generation of poultry industry scientists. He emphasizes the importance of supporting his students and staff in achieving their career goals.

4. Pioneering Research: Sharif’s lab focuses on three main research areas: immunity and vaccine development for Marek’s disease and avian Influenza; and developing probiotics for improved immune responsiveness and gut health in poultry.

5. Commitment to the Poultry Industry: Sharif is dedicated to advancing the Canadian poultry industry, highlighting its progressive nature and resilience. He advocates for sustainable programs to train future poultry industry professionals and improve disease surveillance and management strategies.

“Everything I’ve done, I couldn’t do without the students and staff who come out of my lab.”

“He is a visionary leader, a great listener and someone who gives ‘space’ to everyone to share their viewpoints and ideas,” Kulkarni says.

Progressive poultry industry

Throughout his career, Sharif has always been impressed by the progressive nature of the Canadian poultry industry and its ability to respond and adapt to adversity, such as avian influenza. The industry sprang into action following the 2004 avian influenza outbreak and both the scientific advances and the general widespread improvement in disease preparedness and

response have kept the current outbreak from being much, much worse, he says.

He’s also appreciated the level of support he’s continually received for both his research and for training new generations of poultry scientists.

“When I first came to the poultry program team, I realized how progressive the Canadian poultry industry was – and the level of support I have received from the poultry industry really showed me how dedicated and devoted the industry is to generating new knowledge for the poultry industry as a whole and also to create platforms and environments to train new

generations of poultry scientists,” he says.

“This has attracted me and kept me here in Guelph and is one of the main reasons I felt I got the best of the best,” he adds. “This juncture between industry and academia you can hardly find anywhere else.”

Looking to the future, Sharif believes strongly in the industry’s continued capacity to evolve and adapt, and he has some ideas about how he’d like that to unfold.

This includes creating sustainable programs to prepare the next generation of poultry industry workers and managers with job-ready skill sets, training more poultry veterinarians to give the industry the capacity for good antimicrobial stewardship, and developing better strategies for disease surveillance, predicting emergence of new and more deadly microbes, like avian influenza virus, and suppressing them before they become a global animal or human health problem.

WHO’S WHO DIRECTORY & LISTINGS

ALBERTA

HEALTH MONITORED HATCHERIES

LETHBRIDGE HATCHERY

13542-73A Ave., Surrey, BC V3W 1C9

Ph: (403) 327-0490

LILYDALE - SOFINA FOODS INC.

7503 – 127th Ave., Edmonton, AB T5C 1R9

Ph: (780) 475-6607

MAPLE LEAF CONSUMER FOODS

4710 - 39 Ave., Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 3G2

Ph: (780) 421-0638

ROCHESTER/MILLER HATCHERIES

9420 – 109 Street, Westlock, AB

T7P 2R4

Ph: (780) 307-3622

UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA

116 St. – 83 Ave.

Edmonton, AB T6G 2R3

Ph: (780) 492-7694

REGISTERED EGG GRADING STATIONS

Armena

Sunworks Farms Ltd.

PO Box 55, AB T0B 0G0

Ph: (780) 672-9799

Fax: (780) 672-9984

Athabasca

Katherine Nelson

PO Box 336, AB T9S 2A4

Ph: (780) 675-4741

2024 –2025 BOARD OF DIRE C T OR S :

CH A IR : Peter Waldner

VIC E CH A IR : Conrad Vanessen

EFC DIRECTOR : Beatrice Visser

EFC ALTERNATE : Jerry Hofer

DI R E C T O R : Elie Hofer

DI R E C T O R : Marcella Van Stryland

GENERA L MAN AGE R : Stephen Scott

#101-90 Freeport Blvd NE, Calgary, Alberta T3J 5J9

Phone: 403-250-1197 Fax: 403-291-9216

Web: www.eggs.ab.ca Email: info@eggs.ab.ca Facebook: www.facebook.com/EggFarmersAlberta

Bezanson

Mini Creek Farm Ltd.

PO Box 40, AB T0H 0G0

Ph: (780) 568-3308

Blackfalds

Hutterian Brethren Church of

Bentley

(Bentley Colony Section)

RR 1, AB T0M 0J0

Ph: (403) 885-5095

Breton

Purnima Farms

PO Box 575, AB T0C 0P0

Ph: (780) 696-2332

Fax: (780) 696-2402

Calgary

1899029 Alberta Ltd., (Sparks Eggs)

RR 6, AB T2M 4L5

Ph: (519) 671-7568

Calgary

Burnbrae Farms Ltd.

3404 – 56th Ave S.E. AB T2C 2C3

Ph : (403) 279-1779

Fax : (403) 236-5323

Carbon

1315153 Alberta Corp., (Britestone Farming)

PO Box 129, AB T0M 0L0

Ph: (403) 572-3049 ext. 245

Cardston

Hutterian Brethren Church of East

Cardston (1977)

General Delivery, AB T0K 0K0

Ph: (403) 653-2451

Castor

Castor Farming Co. Ltd.

PO Box 547, AB T0C 0X0

Ph: (403) 352-3074

Delia

Cloverleaf Colony Farming Co. Ltd.

PO Box 269, AB T0J 0W0

Ph: (403) 364-3605

Fax: (403) 364-3606

Drumheller

Starland Colony

PO Box 1720, AB T0J 0Y0

Ph: (403) 772-2133

Fax: (403) 772-2152

Eaglesham

Codesa Colony, (Peace Country

Poultry Farms)

PO Box 300, AB T0H 1H0

Ph: (780) 359-2422

Fort Macleod

Driview Farms, (Gerrit and Janet Van Hierden)

PO Box 1123, AB T0L 0Z0

Ph: (403) 553-2178

Grande Prairie

Hutterian Brethren Church of Grandview, (Grandview Colony)

723042B RGD RD. 74, AB T8X 4L1

Ph: (780) 532-6500

Granum

Hutterian Brethren Church of Granum

PO Box 360, AB T0K 1A0

Ph: (403) 687-2180

Halkirk

Spring Colony Farming Co. Ltd.

2 38 15 w4, Box 220, AB T0C 1M0

Ph: (403) 741-4312

Hilda

Roseglen Farming Co. Ltd.

Box 117, AB T0J 1R0

Ph: (403) 838-2272 ext. 712

Fax: (403) 838-2039

Huxley

Hutterian Brethren Church of Huxley, (Huxley Colony)

RR 2, AB T0M 0Z0

Ph: (403) 442-2488

Irracana

Hutterian Brethren Church of Tschetter, (Tschetter Colony)

General Delivery, AB T0M 1B0 Ph: (403) 935-4406

Irvine

Hutterian Brethren Church of Elkwater, (Elkwater Colony)

PO Box 117, AB T0J 1V0 Ph: (403) 834-2120 Fax: (403) 834-2006

La Crete

Wild Rose Poultry Farms, (Abraham F. Wall)

PO Box 924, AB T0H 2H0 Ph: (780) 928-2557

La Crete

Savage Farm, (Corny F. Wall) PO Box 1024, AB T0H 2H0 Ph: (780) 928-2721

Lethbridge

Galimax Trading Inc.

409 12A Street South, AB T1J 2T2 Ph: (403) 715-8470

Lethbridge

Harvest Haven Market Farm

RR 8, Site 22, Comp. 1, AB T1J 4P4

Ph: (403) 329-9157

Fax: (403) 329-3412

Mayerthorpe

Rocfort Colony Ltd.

PO Box 1080, AB T0E 1N0

Ph : (780) 785-3208

Morinville

Moralta Poultry Farms, (Morinville Colony)

RR 2, AB T8R 1P5

Ph: (780) 939-2118

Fax: (780) 939-3452

Morinville

Kuku Farms

RR 1, AB T8R 1P4

Ph: (780) 777-7786

Nobleford

5 Grain Eggs Ltd.

Box 596, AB T0L 1S0

Ph: (403) 308-3502

Oyen

Acadian Hutterian Brethren Ltd., (Acadia Colony)

PO Box 210, AB T0J 2J0

Ph: (403) 664-2406

Pincher Creek

Hutterian Brethren Church of Spring Point

PO Box 249, AB T1K 3Z8

Ph: (403) 553-2284

Pincher Creek

Hutterian Brethren of Pincher Creek

PO Box 1028, AB T0K 1W0

Ph: (403) 627-4021

Red Deer

Hutterian Brethren Church of Pine Hill (P.H. Egg Farms)

RR 4, AB T4N 5E4

Ph: (403) 886-4626

Fax: (403) 886-4656

Rockyford

Springvale Fine Foods Ltd.

PO Box 248, AB T0J 2R0

Ph : (403) 361-0235

Standard

Standard Hutterian Brethren, (Standard Colony Farming Co. Ltd.)

PO Box 390, AB T0J 3G0

Ph: (403) 644-2224

Fax: (403) 644-2196

Standard

Midwest Agricultural Co. Ltd.

PO Box 190, 213012 Highway 262

Grid, AB T0J 3G0

Ph: (403) 677-2665 ext. 712

Vulcan

Hutterian Brethren Church of the Little Bow Colony

PO Box 1587, AB T0L 2B0

Ph: (403) 897-2323

Warburg

Hutterian Brethren Church of Warburg, (Warburg Colony)

PO Box 520, AB T0C 2T0

Ph: (780) 628-7770 ext. 106

Fax: (780) 848-2571

Warburg

Sunshine Organic Farm, (Edward & Sheeill Horvath)

RR 1, AB T0C 2T0

Ph: (780) 848-2288

Fax: (780) 848-2295

Warner

Plainview Hutterian Brethren, (Country Morning)

PO Box 240, AB T0K 2L0

Ph: (403) 642-2111 ext. 526

Fax: (403) 642-2085

REGISTERED EGG PRODUCT STATIONS

Lethbridge EggSolutions (EPIC) Inc.

2525 26 St. N., AB T1H 5L1

Ph: (403) 394-7756

POULTRY CONSULTING, VETERINARIANS, RESEARCH

Canadian Poultry Consultants

Ltd. – Listing is BC

Ph: (877) 449-3447

admin@canadianpoultry.ca www.canadianpoultry.ca

Poultry Health Services

201-151 East Lake Blvd., Airdrie, AB T4A 2G1

Ph: (888) 950-2252

phsinfo@poultryhealth.ca

PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT/ UNIVERSITIES

AGRICULTURE AND AGRI-FOOD CANADA

Alberta regional office 9700 Jasper Ave. NW, Suite 1032, Edmonton, AB T5J 4C3

Ph: (780) 495-3307

AAFC.AB.info.AB.AAC@agr.gc.ca www.agriculture.canada.ca

ALBERTA AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS MARKETING COUNCIL

#303, J.G. O’Donoghue Building, 7000 - 113 St. NW, Edmonton AB T6H 5T6

Ph: (780) 427-2164 af.marketingcouncil@gov.ab.ca www.alberta.ca/alberta-agricultural-products-marketing-council.aspx

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCYRegional Office - Edmonton 1855 94 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6N 1E6

Ph: (780) 395-6700

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCYRegional Office - Alberta South 110 Country Hills Landing NW, Room 102, Calgary, AB T3K 5P3

Ph: (587) 230-2450

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCYWestern Area Office 1115 57th Ave. NE, Calgary, AB T2E 9B2

Ph: (587) 230-2200 Fax: (587) 230-2253 www.inspection.gc.ca

FACULTY OF VETERINARY MEDICINE, University of Calgary, Foothills Campus

CWPH 2D01, 3280 Hospital Dr. NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4Z6

Ph: (403) 210-3961

Fax: (403) 210-8121 vetmed@ucalgary.ca vet.ucalgary.ca

MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND IRRIGATION, ALBERTA

J.G. O’Donoghue Building, 3rd floor, 7000 - 113 St. NW, Edmonton AB T6H 5T6

Ph: (780) 427-2137 310farm@gov.ab.ca www.alberta.ca/agriculture-and-irrigation.aspx

THE POULTRY RESEARCH CENTRE,

Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science, University of Alberta F83, AFDP, University of Alberta, 116st, 85 ave, Edmonton, AB T6G 2R3

Ph: (780) 492-6221

Fax: (780) 492-6471 prc@ualberta.ca poultry.ualberta.ca

Dr. Martin Zuidhof, Academic Leader.

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS

Alberta Chicken Producers 2518 Ellwood Dr. SW, Edmonton, AB T6X 0A9 Ph: (780) 488-2125

Fax: (780) 488-3570

Toll Free: (877) 822-4425 www.chicken.ab.ca

Board of Directors: David Hyink, Chair; Tara deVries, Vice Chair; Directors: Wes Nanninga, Ross Bezovie, Rob Van Diemen Geoff Brown, Executive Director

Alberta Farm Animal Care PO Box 36044 RPO Lakeview, Calgary, AB T3E 7C6

Ph: (403) 652-5111

afac@afac.ab.ca www.afac.ab.ca

Merna Gilser, Chair; Dr, Megan Bergman, Vice Chair; Miranda Verhoef, Finance Chair; Directors: Dr, Melissa Moggy, Lyle Adams; Brad Dubois, Interim Director

Alberta Hatching Egg Producers 9677 45th Ave. NW Edmonton, AB T6E 5Z8

Ph: (780) 434-8414

Fax: (780) 434-9552 info@ahep.ca www.ahep.ca

Kevin Tiemstra, Chair; Brian Wassink, Vice Chair; Directors: Dennis Wickersham, Ilja Veldhuizen, Harry Voorhorst; Arjan Scheele, Mentorship Director; Bob Smook, General Manager.

Alberta Turkey Producers 9677 – 45 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6E 5Z8

Ph: (780) 465-5755

Fax: (780) 465-5528 info@albertaturkey.com www.albertaturkey.com

Directors: Marc Therrien, Astrid Stephenson, Gary Wurz, Scott Olsen; Cara Prout, Executive Director; Nancy Crouse, Finance & Producer Services Administrator.

Egg Farmers of Alberta #101-90 Freeport Blvd. NE, Calgary, AB T3J 5J9

Ph: (403) 250-1197

Fax: (403) 291-9216

Toll Free: (877) 302-2344 info@eggs.ab.ca www.eggs.ab.ca

Peter Waldner, Chair; Conrad Vanessen, Vice Chair; Beatrice Visser, EFC Director; Jerry Hofer, EFC Alternate; Directors: Elie Hofer, Marcella Van Stryland; Stephen Scott, General Manager.

Western Feed Industry Association

c/o Peggy Kimmel

Stn Main, RR3 Site 6 Box 17 Lacombe, AB T4L 2N3

Ph: (403) 350-0495 manager@wfia-anac.com www.wfia-anac.com

Nancy Fischer, Chair; Kelly Cruise, Vice Chair; Mike Robinson, Past Chair; Directors: Darryl Lewis, Sharon Klinger, Kris Westblom, Tracy Hum; Division Manager: Peggy Kimmel

BRITISH COLUMBIA

HEALTH MONITORED HATCHERIES

BRADNER FARMS HATCHERY

28670 - 58th Ave., Abbotsford, BC V4X 2E8

Ph: (604) 856-1227

ECHO POULTRY FARM AND HATCHERY

30230 Huntingdon Rd., RR 1, Abbotsford, BC V4X 2K6

Ph: (604) 859-7925

FARMCREST FOODS LTD.

1880 - 30th St. SW, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4M1

Ph: (250) 832-0036

FRASER VALLEY CHICKS SALES

1681 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford, BC V2T 5X5

Ph: (604) 864-0555

GOLDEN FEATHER HATCHERY

5840 Blackburn Rd., Chilliwack, BC V2R 4N9

Ph: (604) 823-4938

OKANAGAN HATCHERY

RR #32, 1429 McLeod Rd., Armstrong, BC V0E 1B8

Ph: (250) 546-9223

LILYDALE - SOFINA FOODS INC.

27923 Myrtle Ave., Abbotsford, BC V4X 1R3

Ph: (604) 856-4171

ROSSDOWN FARMS LTD.

2325 Bradner Rd., Abbotsford, BC V4X 1E2

Ph: (604) 856-1218

SKYE HI FARMS, INC.

4213 Stewar Rd., Chiliwack BC V2R 5G2

Ph: (604) 828-2525

WESTERN HATCHERY LTD.

505 Hamm Rd., Abbotsford, BC V2T 6B6

Ph: (604) 859-7168

PACIFIC PRIDE CHICKS

32870 King Rd., Abbotsford, BC V2S 7Z7

Ph: (604) 850-2913

THIESSEN GAME BIRDS LTD

6029 Leclair Rd., Abbotsford, BC V4X 2C9

Ph: (604) 856-7405

Local, fresh and delicious! We help BC family-owned and operated egg farms bring the goodness of eggs to BC tables.

BC EGG BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Al Sakalauskas, BSc, MSc CHAIR

Walter Siemens VICE-CHAIR, EFC REPRESENTATIVE

Jeff Regier SECRETARY

Jon Krahn EFC ALTERNATE

Derek Janzen DIRECTOR

BC EGG MANAGEMENT

Katie Lowe, PAg EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Joey Aebig, BBA MANAGER OPERATIONS & LOGISTICS

Amanda Brittain, MA, SCMP DIRECTOR

COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING

Erin Duetta, BBA MANAGER FINANCE

Nicole Thompson EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

250 - 32160 SOUTH FRASER WAY, ABBOTSFORD, BC V2T 1W5 604.556.3348 | BCEMB@BCEGG.COM

REGISTERED EGG GRADING STATIONS

Abbotsford

Golden Valley Foods Ltd.

PO Box 1800, BC V2S 7G3

Ph: (604) 855-7431

Fax: (604) 855-7439

Abbotsford

Pinegrove Farms Ltd. (Maple Hill Farms)

2130 Mount Lehman Rd., BC V4X 2L6

Ph: (604) 852-2159

Fax: (604) 852-2150

Abbotsford

Siemen’s Farms Ltd.

1237 Columbia St., BC V2T 5X9

Ph: (604) 807-4866

Aldergrove

Royal Columbian Poultry ULC

554 – 256 St., BC V4W 2H8

Ph: (604) 835-4000

Armstrong

Kelly Burden, (Shovel Tree Acres)

1930 Power House Rd., RR 2, BC

V0E 1B0

Ph: (250) 546-8597

Black Creek

Kehler Vegetable Company Ltd.

8083 Island Highway, BC V9J 1G9

Ph: (250) 202-3236

Bridge Lake

Sunset Egg Grading Station

7611 Lee Rd., PO Box 107, BC V0K 1E0

Ph: (250) 593-0038

Chilliwak

Local ChickInn Ltd.

7324 Hopedale Road, BC V2R 4J9

Ph: (604) 799-2053

Creston

Sunshine Valley Farms Inc., 3160 Lister Rd, BC V0B 1G2

Ph: (250) 431-8941

Dawson Creek

Peace View Hutterian Brethren Church (Peace View Colony)

4414 Triangle Rd, BC V1G 0J4

Ph: (250) 219-0805

Duncan

Running W Egg Farm Ltd., (Farmer

Ben’s Eggs)

1711 Herd Rd., RR 1, BC V9L 1M3

Ph: (250) 746-6110

Fax: (250) 746-7799

Falkland

Dueck’s Poultry Farm Ltd. 132-4958 Silvernails Rd, BC V0E 1W0

Ph: (250) 309-2317

Farmington

South Peace Hutterian Brethren Church, (South Peace Colony)

PO Box 69, BC V0C 1N0

Ph: (250) 782-8164

Nanoose Bay 0917522 B.C. Ltd., (Springford Farm Egg Co.)

1934 Northwest Bay Rd. BC V9P 9C5

Ph: (250) 468-7540

Fax: (250) 468-7545

Redstone

A&S Enterprise Management Inc. (Pasture to Plate)

3781 Chezacut Rd., Box 20, BC V0L 1S0

Ph: (250) 394-4005

Ruskin

Thompson Creek Farm, (Phillip Northrop)

10437 Wilson Rd., BC V4S 1B4

Ph: (604) 462-9641

Salmon Arm

Sobia Qadir

2551 40 st NE, BC V1E 1Z3

Ph: (250) 515-0096

Terrace 414612 B.C. Ltd., (Daybreak Farms Ltd.)

4423 Eby St., BC V8G 0B3

Ph: (250) 638-0777

Fax: (250) 638-8757

Victoria

Michael Romaine, (Healing Farm) 5971 Old East Rd., BC V8Y 1V7

Ph: (250) 652-6456

Westholme

Burnbrae Farms Ltd., (Island Eggs, A Division of Burnbrae Farms Ltd.) 3492 Mt. Sicker Rd., PO Box 1, BC V0R 3C0

Ph: (250) 246-9298

Fax: (250) 246-2110

REGISTERED EGG PRODUCT STATIONS

Abbotsford

Eggsolutions – Vanderpols Inc.

3911 Mt. Lehman Rd., BC V2T 5W5

Ph: (604) 856-4127

Fax: (604) 856-6724

Richmond

Neptune Fresh Produce Inc. 12411 Horseshoe Way, BC V7A 4X6 Ph: (604) 880-5979

Richmond

T&T Supermarket Inc.

6311 Fraserwood Place, BC V6W 1J2

Ph: (905) 695-3202

POULTRY

CONSULTING, VETERINARIANS, RESEARCH

Canadian Poultry Consultants Ltd.

30325 Canary Court, Abbotsford, BC V4X 2N4

Ph: (604) 854-6600

Fax: (604) 854-6100

admin@canadianpoultry.ca www.canadianpoultry.ca

Intertek - Cargo Inspection & Testing

105 - 9000 Bill Fox Way, Burnaby, BC V5J 5J3

Ph: (604) 454-9011

Fax: (604) 434-1850 www.intertek.com

Poultry Health Services

32475 Huntingdon Rd., Abbotsford, BC V2T 5Y9

Ph: (888) 950-2252 phsinfo@poultryhealth.ca www.poultryhealth.ca

SGS Canada Inc.

3260 Production Way, Burnaby, BC V5A 4W4

Ph: (604) 638-2349

Fax: (604) 444-5486

www.sgs.ca

S.J. Ritchie Research Farms (commercial trials)

Canadian Poultry Consultants Ltd.

30325 Canary Court Abbotsford, BC V4X 2N4

Ph: (604) 854-6600, (877) 449-3447 admin@canadianpoultry.ca

PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT

UNIVERSITIES

AGRICULTURE AND AGRI-FOOD CANADA

British Columbia regional office 4231 Still Creek Dr., Suite 400 Burnaby, BC V5C 6S7

Ph: (604) 292-5700

Fax: (604) 292-5605

AAFC.BC.info.CB.AAC@agr.gc.ca www.agriculture.canada.ca

ANIMAL HEALTH CENTRE

1767 Angus Campbell Rd., Abbotsford BC V3G 2M3

Ph: (604) 556-3003

Fax: (604) 556-3010

Toll Free: (800) 661 9903 pahb@gov.bc.ca www2.gov.bc.ca

BRITISH COLUMBIA FARM INDUSTRY REVIEW BOARD

1st Floor 2975 Jutland Rd., Victoria BC V8T 5J9

Ph: (250) 356-8945

Fax: (250) 356-5131 firb@gov.bc.ca www2.gov.bc.ca

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION

AGENCY -

Regional Office – BC Plant and Food Region (includes Yukon)

3155 Willingdon Green,, Burnaby, BC V5G 4P@ Ph: (604) 292-5700

Fax: (604) 292-5605

MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE

808 Douglas Street, Victoria BC V8W 9B4

Ph: (888) 221-7141 www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/ governments

UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA,

Faculty of Land and Food Systems, 248-2357 Main Mall, H.R. MacMillan Building Vancouver BC V6T 1Z4

Ph: (604) 822-1219

Fax: (604) 822-6394 lfs.dean@ubc.ca www.landfood.ubc.ca

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS

ANAC - BC Division

PO Box 2100, Sardis Station Main, Chilliwack, BC V2R 1A5

Ph: (604) 866-2378 rjdornan@telus.net

BC Chicken Growers Association

101 – 32450 Simon Ave, Abbotsford, BC V2T 4J2

Ph: (604) 556-0378 office@bcchickengrowers.ca www.bcchicken.ca/growers/ bc-chicken-growers-association

Brad Driediger, President; Matthew Burgsma, Vice President; Directors: Dennis Flokstra, Henk Roos, Mitchell Fried, Bev Whitta, Des Soumang; Shannon Ardell, Administrator.

BC Chicken Marketing Board 220 – 1848 McCallum Rd. Abbotsford, BC V2S 0H9

Ph: (604) 859-2868 info@bcchicken.ca www.bcchicken.ca

Chair: Kevin Klippestein; Members: Jim Collins, Ray Nickel, Carol Paulson, Dale Krahn; Woody Siemens, Executive Director

BC Egg Marketing Board

250 – 32160 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC V2T 1W5

Ph: (604) 556-3348 bcemb@bcegg.com www.bcegg.com

Al Sakalauskas, Chair: Walter Siemens, Vice-Chair/EFC Rep; Jeff Regier, Secretary; John Krahn, EFC Alternate; Derek Janzen, Director.

British Columbia Broiler Hatching Egg Commission 210 – 1848 McCallum Rd. Abbotsford, BC V2S 0H9

Ph: (604) 850-1854 Fax: (604) 850-1683 info@bcbhec.com www.bcbhec.com

Bill Vanderspek, Chair; Calvin Breukelman, Vice Chair. Directors: Beata Kunze, Daniel Zylstra, Shane Driessen. Stephanie Nelson, Executive Director.

British Columbia Broiler Hatching Egg Producers’ Association

PO Box 191, Abbotsford, BC V4X 3R2

Ph: (604) 850-1854 Fax: (604) 850-1683

association@bcbhec.com www.bcbhec.com

Bruce Apperloo, President; Directors: Kevin DeJong, John Driesen, Colin Breukelman

British Columbia Turkey Marketing Board

106 - 19329 Enterprise Way, Surrey, BC V3S 6J8

Ph: (604) 534-5644 Fax: (604) 534-3651 info@bcturkey.com www.bcturkey.com

Kalpna Solanki, Chair; Board Members: James Krahn, Debbie Etsell, Randy Redekop, Shawn Heppell

MANITOBA

HEALTH MONITORED HATCHERIES

BERG’S POULTRY FARM AND HATCHERY

Hwy. 45 E., PO Box 547, Russell, MB R0J 1W0

Ph: (204) 773-3270

CARLETON HATCHERIES

Hwy. 216 South, Grunthal, MB R0A 0R0

Ph: (204) 434-6886

CHARISON TURKEY HATCHERY

North East 31-15-2 East, Room of Rockwood Gunton, MB R0C 1H0

Ph: (204) 886-2922

EXCELDOR COOPERATIVE

750 Pandora Ave. E., Winnipeg, MB R2C 4G5 Ph: (204) 488-2230

HIDDEN VALLEY COLONY LTD. PO Box 69, Austin, MB R0H 0C0 Ph: (204) 637-2506

JAMES VALLEY HATCHERY

PO Box 324, Elie, MB R0H 0H0

Ph: (204) 353-2006

MAPLE GROVE HATCHERY

32 Tower Ave., Steinbach, MB

R5G 0B8

Ph: (204) 326-3454

SNOW VALLEY FARMS LTD.

PO Box 2587, Winkler, MB R6W 4C3

Ph: (204) 325-8487

STEINBACH HATCHERY & FEED

231 Main St., Steinbach, MB R5G 1Y7

Ph: (204) 326-3454

BLUMENORT HATCHERY LTD.

247 Center Ave., Blumenort, MB R0A 0C0

Ph: (204) 326-2384

CLARK’S POULTRY INC.

100 McGill Dr., Brandon, MB R7A 5Y5

Ph: (204) 326-2384

REGISTERED

EGG GRADING

STATIONS

Anola

Ridgeland Colony Ltd. 36111 Richland Rd, MB R5L 0H2

Ph: (204) 866-2970

Arden

Riverside Hutterian Mutual Corporation, (Riverside Poultry Farm)

PO Box 278, MB R0J 0B0

Ph: (204) 368-2284

Brandon

TNT Egg Processors

RR 5, Box 32, MB R7A 5Y5

Ph: (204) 728-0959

Cartier

Maxwell Colony Ltd.

RR 1, PO Box 210, MB R4K 1B8

Ph: (204) 864 2709

Fax: (204) 864-2175

Darlingford

Pembina Colony Ltd.

General Delivery, MB R0G 0L0

Ph: (204) 246-2081

Fax: (204) 246-2080

Deloraine

Gerard August & Marguerite

Martha Raes, (Bayview Farms)

RR 1, MB R0M 0M0

Ph: (204) 747-2020

Fax: (204) 747-2448

Elie

Iberville Hutterian Mutual Corp.

PO Box 435, MB R0H 0H0

Ph: (204) 864-2058

Elkhorn

Boundary Lane Colony Farms, (Boundary Lane Colony)

PO Box 40, MB R0M 0N0

Ph: (204) 845-2111 ext. 210

Fax: (204) 845-2203

Gladstone

Joseph Brubacher Edwin Weber

Isaac Bauman

86044 Hwy 260, MB R0J 0T0

Graysville

Rose Valley Holdings Ltd. (Rose Valley Colony Ltd.)

PO Box 93, MB R0G 0T0

Ph: (204) 828-3338 ext. 208

Fax: (204) 828-3279

Headingley

Sturgeon Creek Colony Farms Ltd.

PO Box 285, MB R4J 1C1

Ph: (204) 633-2196

Fax: (204) 633-7746

Lac du Bonnet

Brightstone Colony Farms Ltd.

PO Box 880, MB R0E 1A0

Ph: (204) 345-2526

Fax: (204) 345-6039

Miami

Rosebank Colony Ltd.

PO Box 280, MB R0G 1H0

Ph: (204) 435-2388

Portage la Prairie

Poplar Point Colony Farms Ltd.

PO Box 910, MB R1N 3C4

Ph: (204) 267-2560

Rosser

Meadowlane Colony Farms

PO Box 68, MB R0H 1E0

Ph: (431) 336-7020

Somerset

Evergreen Colony Ltd.

PO Box 231, MB R0G 2L0

Ph: (204) 744-2596

St. Andrews

Daniel Waldner, (Daniel Waldner & Elizabeth Waldner)

1077 Fort Garry Rd., MB R1A 3W4

Ph: (204) 482-7360

St. Andrews

S & D Clouston Farms

1056 Bracken Rd., MB R1A 4H8

Ph: (204) 482-4984

Fax: (204) 785-2713

Steinbach

Ackron Egg Farms Ltd., (Nature’s Farm)

5 Life Sciences Pkwy., MB R5G 2G7

Ph: (204) 326-5509

Fax: (204) 326-6626

Steinbach

Countryside Farms

88 Millwork Dr., MB R5G 1V9

Ph: (204) 284-0632

Fax: (204) 326-5744

Winnipeg

Burnbrae Farms Ltd.

500 Pandora Ave. W., MB R2C 1N1

Ph: (204) 222-2783

Fax: (204) 224-0046

REGISTERED EGG

PRODUCT STATIONS

Winnipeg

Burnbrae Farms Ltd.

500 Pandora Ave. W., MB R2C 1N1

Ph: (204) 222-2783

Fax: (204) 224-0046

POULTRY CONSULTING, VETERINARIANS, RESEARCH

Canola Council of Canada

400-167 Lombard Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3B 0T6

Ph: (204) 982-2100

Toll Free: (866) 834-4378 admin@canolacouncil.org www.canolacouncil.org

Rod Wiebe

Chair

Central Testing Laboratories Ltd.

Unit 9 - 851 Lagimodiere Blvd., Winnipeg, MB R2J 3K4

Ph: (204) 237-9128

Fax: (855) 754-1046

www.ctl.mb.ca

Cereals Canada

303 Main St., Suite 1000, Winnipeg, MB R3C 3G7

Ph: (204) 942-2166

www.cerealscanada.ca

Dominion Veterinary Laboratories Ltd.

1199 Sanford St., Winnipeg, MB R3E 3A1

Ph: (204) 589-7361

Fax: (204) 943-9612 www.domvet.com

Intertek - Agricultural Testing, Grading & Inspection

973 St. James St., Winnipeg, MB R3H 0X2

Ph: (204) 944-1887

Fax: (204) 942-0334 www.intertek.com

Pestell Nutrition

3220 Roblin Blvd., Winnipeg, MB R3R 0C3

Ph: (204) 414-9400

info@pestell.com www.pestell.com

Wayne Hiltz Executive Director

Gina Sunderland Food & Consumer Relations

Erica Poudrette Manager of Human Resources & Regulatory Affairs

Lucinda Reay Production Control Manager

Daryna Heidur

Office Coordinator

Val Weeks

Field Services Manager

Obi Eze

Field Services Technician

Jade Elgert

Technology Manager

Rachel Harms

Vet Technologist

South-East Veterinary Clinic

200 Hwy. 52 West

Steinbach, MB R5G 2N8

Ph: (204) 326-9849

www.southeastvet.ca

PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT UNIVERSITIES

AGRICULTURE AND AGRI-FOOD CANADA

Manitoba regional office

303 Main St., Room 402, Winnipeg, MB R3C 3G7

Ph: (204) 259-4189

AAFC.MB.info.MB.AAC@agr.gc.ca www.agriculture.canada.ca

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY -

Regional Office - Manitoba 269 Main St., Room 613, Winnipeg, MB R3C 1B2

Ph: (204) 259-1400 www.inspection.canada.ca

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY -

Western Regional Office 1115 57th Ave. NE, Calgary, AB T2E 9B2

Ph: (587) 230-2200 www.inspection.canada.ca

ANIMAL HEALTH AND WELFARE, GOVERNMENT OF MANITOBA

Agricultural Service Building 545 University Cres., Winnipeg MB R3T 5S6

Ph: (204) 945-7663

Fax: (204) 945-4327 www.gov.mb.ca/agriculture/animalhealth-and-welfare

UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA

Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agricultural & Food Sciences, 201 Animal Science/Entomology Building 12 Dafoe Rd. University of Manitoba (Fort Garry Campus)

Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2

Ph: (204) 474-9383

Fax: (204) 474-7628 animal.science@umanitoba.ca www.umanitoba.ca/agricultural-food-sciences/animal-science

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS

ANAC - Manitoba Division 38 Black Pearl Cove

Winnipeg, MB R3X 1Z1

Ph: (204) 792-9527 pklopak.anacmb@gmail.com

Manitoba Chicken Producers 1357 Kenaston Blvd., Winnipeg, MB R3P 2P2

Ph: (204) 489-4603

chicken@chicken.mb.ca www.manitobachicken.ca

Rod Wiebe, Chair; Leonard Klassen, Vice Chair; Directors: Stuart Nikkel, Colin Grenier, Colin Van De Driessche, Zack Gross, Murray Klassen, Henry Heppner; Wayne Hiltz, Executive Director

Manitoba Egg Farmers 18 - 5 Scurfield Blvd., Winnipeg, MB R3Y 1G3

Ph: (204) 488-4888

Fax: (204) 488-3544 www.eggs.mb.ca

Catherine Kroeker-Klassen, Member-at-Large, Chair; Rick Lee, Vice Chair, District 2; Members: Don Gaultier District 3, Harley Siemens District 4, Lance Waldner District 5; Members-at-Large: Harold Froese, Sandra Dyck

Manitoba Turkey Producers

895B Century St., Winnipeg, MB R3H 0M3

Ph: (204) 489-4635

Fax: (204) 489-4907

mbturkey@turkey.mb.ca www.mb.canadianturkey.ca

Rachelle Brown, Chair, Executive Committee, Turkey Farmers of Canada Director; Mike Reimer, Vice-Chair, Executive Committee, Turkey Farmers of Canada Alternate; Steve Hofer, Director, Keystone Agricultural Producers Rep; Leroy Loewen, Director, Keystone Agriculture Producers Alternate; Helga Wheddon, General Manager.

NEW BRUNSWICK

HEALTH MONITORED HATCHERIES

ATLANTIC POULTRY INC.

791 Belcher St., Port Williams, NS

B0P 1T0

Ph: (506) 363-3054

COUVOIR WESTCO LTÉE

138 Rue Cyr, Baker Brook, NB E7A 1V8

Ph: (506) 992-3112

MARITIME HATCHERY LTD.

7580 Highway 134, Maitland, NS

B0N 1T0

Ph: (506) 684-9111

REGISTERED EGG GRADING STATIONS

Amherst

Sunny Glen Eggs Ltd.

50 Tantramar Cres., NB B4H 0A1

Ph: (506) 363-3025

Fax: (506) 363-3667

Bear Island

Goodine’s Poultry Farm

3166 Route 105, NB E6L 1H7

Ph: (506) 363-2323

Edmundston

Les Oeufs Madalia S.E.C., (Madalia Eggs L.P.)

460, chemin St-Joseph, NB E7B 2G9

Ph: (506) 735-3949

Kars

Grants Breeder Farm Ltd. (Grants Breeder Farm)

2914 Route 124, NB E5T 2Y1

Ph: (506) 485-2930

Fax: (506) 485-2930

Keswick

Early Bird Eggs Ltd., (Dunphy’s Poultry Farm)

RR 3, NB E6L 2A2

Ph: (506) 363-3092

Fax: (506) 363-4370

St. Simon

Ferme Avicole Chiasson

RR 1, Site 32A, rue Centre, NB E0B 1L0

Ph: (506) 727-5597

POULTRY CONSULTING, VETERINARIANS, RESEARCH

PERENNIA

Field Services/Food Safety Services

173 Dr. Bernie MacDonald Dr., Bible Hill, NS B6L 2H5

Ph: (902) 896-0277

Fax: (902) 896-7299

info@perennia.ca www.perennia.ca

PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT/ UNIVERSITIES

AGRICULTURE AND AGRI-FOOD CANADA

New Brunswick Regional Office

95 Innovation Rd., PO Box 20280, Fredericton ,NB E3B 4Z7

Ph: (506) 460-4300

AAFC.FrederictonRDC-CRDFredericton.AAC@agr.gc.ca www.agriculture.canada.ca

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION

AGENCY - Regional Office – New Brunswick

850 Lincoln Rd, Fredericton, NB E3B 5G4

Ph: (506) 452-4964

Fax: (506) 452-3923

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION

AGENCY- Atlantic Area Office

1081 Main St.

Moncton, NB E1C 1H1

Ph: 1 (800) 442-2342 www.inspection.canada.ca

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, AQUACULTURE AND FISHERIES, GOVERNMENT OF NEW BRUNSWICK

Hugh John Flemming Foresty Centre, PO Box 6000, Fredericton NB E3B 5H1

Ph: (506) 453-3826

Fax: (506) 453-7170

DAAF-MAAP@gnb.ca www.gnb.ca/AgricultureAquacultureFisheries

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS

ANAC - Atlantic Division

47597 Homestead Rd.

Berry Mills, NB E1G 4K2

Ph: (506) 961-5007 atlanticanac@gmail.com

Chicken Farmers of New Brunswick 277 Main St. Suite 101, Fredericton, NB E3A 1E1

Ph: (506) 452-8085

Fax: (506) 451-2121 nbchicken@nb.aibn.com www.pouletnbchicken.ca

Marc Cormier, Chair; Marco Volpé, Vice Chair; Directors: Daniel Dupuis, Karl Boulet, William McCallum

Egg Farmers of New Brunswick/ Les producteurs d’oeufs du N.-B. 1300 Hanwell Rd.,. Ste. 1. Fredericton, NB E3C 1A7

Ph: (506) 458 8885

Fax: (506) 453 0645 Eggfarmersofnb@gmail.com www.nbegg.ca

Hans Kristensen, Chair; Kim Kelly, Vice Chair; Directors: David Coburn, Kara Law, François Jacques; Sarah Loftus, General Manager.

Turkey Farmers of New Brunswick

103 - 277 Main St., Fredericton, NB E3A 1E1

Ph: (506) 452-8103

Fax: (506) 451-2121

nbturkey@nb.aibn.com www,nb.canadianturkey.ca

Hugo Therrien, Director; Marco Volpe, Alternate Director; Louis Martin, 2nd Alternate Director.

NEWFOUNDLAND

HEALTH MONITORED HATCHERIES

ATLANTIC POULTRY INC.

791 Belcher St., Port Williams, NS B0P 1T0

Ph: (709) 759-2305

Fax: (709) 759-2238

REGISTERED EGG GRADING STATIONS

Roaches Line

Newfoundland Eggs Inc.

Site 4, Box 7, RR 1, NF A0A 1W0

Ph: (709) 528-4595

Fax: (709) 528-4596

Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s

Stewart King

170 Bennetts Road, NL A1M 1X3

Ph: (709) 895-3131

POULTRY CONSULTING, VETERINARIANS, RESEARCH

Perennia

Field Services/Food Safety Services

173 Dr. Bernie MacDonald Dr., Bible Hill, NS B6L 2H5

Ph: (902) 896-0277

Fax: (902) 896-7299 info@perennia.ca www.perennia.ca

PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT UNIVERSITIES

AGRICULTURE AND AGRI-FOOD CANADA

Newfoundland and Labrador

regional office

308 Brookfield Rd., Building 25, St. John’s, NL A1E 6J5

Ph: (709) 793-3186

AAFC.ATL.info.ATL.AAC@agr.gc.ca

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION

AGENCY - Regional OfficeNewfoundland and Labrador

10 Barter’s Hill, St. John’s, NL A1C 6M1

Ph: (709) 772-4424

Fax: (709) 772-2282 inspection.canada.ca

FARM INDUSTRY REVIEW BOARD

Agriculture Production and Research Division

192 Wheeler’s Rd.

PO Box 2006, Corner Brook NL A2H 6J8

Ph: (709) 637-2046

Fax: (709) 637-2365

www.gov.nl.ca/ffa

AGRIFOODS DEVELOPMENT BRANCH, GOVERNMENT OF NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR

Animal Health Division

1st Floor, Provincial Agriculture

Building

308 Brookfield Road, PO Box 7400, St John’s, NL A1E 3Y5

Ph: (709) 729-6879

Fax: (709) 729-0055

ocvo@gov.nl.ca www.gov.nl.ca/ffa/department

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS

ANAC - Atlantic Division

47597 Homestead Rd., Berry Mills, NB E1G 4K2

Ph: (506) 961-5007 atlanticanac@gmail.com

Chicken Farmers of Newfoundland and Labrador PO Box 8098, St. John’s NL A1B 3M9

Ph: (709) 747-1493 www.nlchicken.com

Theresa Hefferman, Chair; Carol Anne Walsh, Vice-Chair; Directors: Davis Noel, Ruth Noseworthy, Ron Walsh

Egg Farmers of Newfoundland and Labrador

PO Box 175, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 2C2

Ph: (709) 722-2953

Fax: (709) 722-6204 info@nleggs.ca www.nleggs.ca

Alex Smallwood, Chair; Curtis Somerton, Vice-Chair; Directors: Joseph R. Smallwood III, Phillip Smallwood, Pauline Duivenvoorden, Crystal Somerton; Nathan Barnes, Executive Director.

NOVA SCOTIA

HEALTH MONITORED HATCHERIES

ATLANTIC POULTRY INCORPORATED

9565 Commercial St.

New Minas, NS B4N 3G3

Ph: (912) 678-0480

COX ATLANTIC CHICK HATCHERY LTD.

7762 Hwy. 215, Maitland, NS

B0N 1T0

Ph: (902) 261 2244

Fax: (902) 261-2409

MARITIME CHICK LTD.

963 Hwy 358

Port Williams, NS B0P 1T0

Ph: (902) 684-3530

NS Agricultural College

39 Discovery Dr., Truro, NS B2L 2R2

Ph: (902) 893-6635

REGISTERED EGG GRADING STATIONS

Amherst

Maritime Pride Eggs Inc.

50 Tantramar Cres., NS B4H 0A1

Ph: (902) 667-2015

Fax: (902) 667-1630

Antigonish

Alicia I. King, Danny King

448 Addington Forks Rd., NS B2G 2K8

Ph: (902) 870-4810

Collingwood

Floyd Dickie & Sons Ltd.

3009 Wyvern Rd., NS B0M 1V0

Ph: (902) 686-3829

Fax: (902) 686-3171

Lake George

Canaanland Free Range Eggs

4529 Aylesford Rd., NS B0P 1C0

Ph: (902) 847-0831

Middleton

Coldspring Farm Ltd.

77 Delusion Rd., NS B0S 1P0

Ph: (902) 825-4401

Millville, Cape Breton County

Hilly Acres Farm Ltd.

289 Millville Rd., NS B0C 1B0

Ph: (902) 674-2825

Fax: (902) 674-2858

New Germany

Delong Poultry Farms Ltd.

312 Barss Corner Rd., RR #1, NS B0R 1E0

Ph: (902) 644-2718

Fax: (902) 644-2718

New Ross

Rocky Top Farm

150 Will Turner Rd., NS B0J 2M0

Ph: (902) 689-2112

Fax: (902) 689-2520

Port Morien

Terence Kennedy

3980 Homeville Rd., RR 1, NS B0A 1T0

Ph: (902) 849-3478

Port Williams

Atlantic Poultry Incorporated

791 Belcher St., NS B0P 1T0

Ph: (902) 679-4711

Fax: (902) 678-8599

Princeville, Inverness County

Rooyakkers Farm Ltd.

901 Riverside Rd., NS B0E 3L0

Ph: (902) 625-2131

Fax: (902) 631-4621

West Dublin

Gerald Risser

78 Bushen Hill Rd., NS B0R 1C0

Ph: (902) 688-3134

Fax: (902) 688-3134

POULTRY CONSULTING, VETERINARIANS, RESEARCH

PERENNIA

173 Dr. Bernie MacDonald Dr., Bible Hill, NS B6L 2H5

Ph: (902) 896-0277

Fax: (902) 896-7299

info@perennia.ca www.perennia.ca

PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT UNIVERSITIES

AGRICULTURE AND AGRI-FOOD CANADA

410 - 1791 Barrington St., Halifax, NS B3J 2N7

Ph: (902) 426-6151

AAFC.ATL.info.ATL.AAC@agr.gc.ca www.agriculture.canada.ca

ATLANTIC POULTRY RESEARCH INSTITUTE

25 Farm Lane, Truro NS B2N 5L9

Ph: (902) 893-6657

Fax: (902) 895-6734

laurie.eagles@dal.ca www.aprinstitute.ca

Yvonne Thyssen-Post, Chief Executive Officer

DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE, Department of Animal Science and Aquaculture

58 River Rd., PO Box 550, Truro NS B2N 5E3

Ph: (902) 893-6600 www.dal.ca/faculty/agriculture.html

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY -

Regional Office - Nova Scotia

44-1000 Windmill Rd., Dartmouth, NS B3B 1L7

Ph: (902) 536-1010

Fax: (902) 536-1098

www.inspection.canada.ca

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

65 River Road, Hancock Veterinary Building

Bible Hill, NS B2N 2P3

Ph: (902) 893-6540

Fax: (902) 895-6684

AnimalHealthLab@novascotia.ca www.novascotia.ca/agri

NATURAL PRODUCTS

MARKETING COUNCIL, NS DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE

Edward F. Lorraine Building, 74

Research Dr., Bible Hill NS B6L 2R2

Ph: (902) 893-6511

Fax: (902) 893-6573

Danielle Dorn Kouwenberg, Acting Director

Danielle.DornKouwenberg@novascotia.ca

NOVA SCOTIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

1800 Argyle St., Suite 605, Halifax

NS B3J 3C4

Ph: (902) 424-4388

Fax: (902) 424-0699 www.novascotia.ca/agri

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS

ANAC - Atlantic Division

47597 Homestead Rd., Berry Mills, NB E1G 4K2

Ph: (506) 961-5007 atlanticanac@gmail.com www.anacan.org

Chicken Farmers of Nova Scotia

531 Main St., Kentville NS B4N 1L4

Ph: (902) 681-7400

Fax: (902) 681-7401

chicken@nschicken.com www.nschicken.com

Amy VanderHeide, Chair; David Newcombe, Vice-Chair; Directors: Nick deGraaf, Warren Cox, Tom Vissers, Tim Ansems; Chris Bell, Executive Director.

Egg Farmers of Nova Scotia

1 Commercial St., Ste. 303, Truro, NS B2N 3H8

Ph: (902) 895-6341

www.nsegg.ca

Jeff Clarke, Chair; Krista Oulton, Vice Chair; Glen Jennings, EFC

Director; Directors: Cory Cox, Ralph DeLong, Jan Rooyakkers, Lacey Merks, Jill Thomas.

Turkey Farmers of Nova Scotia

Box 407, Canning NS B0P 1H0

Ph: (902) 582-7877

Fax: (902) 582-5326

info@turkeyfarmersofnovascotia.com www.turkeyfarmersofnovascotia.com

Michael de Graff, Director; Marc Sproule, Alternative Director.

ONTARIO

HEALTH MONITORED HATCHERIES

ARCHER’S POULTRY FARM

60 Huff Ave., Quinte West, ON K8V 0A1

Ph: (613) 475-0820

ARKELL HATCHERY

RR 2, 413 Arkell Rd. Guelph, ON N1H 6H8

Ph: (519) 836-0150

BONNIE’S CHICK

HATCHERY LTD.

18 Arthur St. N., Box 154, Elmira, ON N3B 2Z6

Ph: (519) 669-2561

CARGILL MEATS CANADA

644 Nanticoke Creek Parkway, Jarvis, ON N0A 1J0

Ph: (519) 587-2289

CRO QUAIL FARMS INC.

3625 16th Rd., St. Anns, ON L0R 1Y0

Ph: (905) 562-7277

CUDDY FARMS LTD. 2008 28429 Centre Rd., RR 5, Strathroy, ON N7G 3H6

Ph: (519) 245-1592

FREY’S HATCHERY LTD.

2955 Sawmill Rd., St. Jacobs, ON N0B 2N0

Ph: (519) 664-2291

HORIZON POULTRY

90-10th Ave., Hanover, ON N4N 3B8

Ph: (519) 364-3200

HYBRID TURKEYS, A Division of Hendrix Genetics Ltd.

154 Washburn Rd., Kitchener, ON N2R 1S2

Ph: (519) 894-4719

ISA, HENDRIX GENETICS

39 Cherry Blossom Rd., Cambridge, ON N3H 4R7

Ph: (519) 653-3527

2024 Board of Directors

ISA ,HENDRIX GENETICS

500 Franklin Blvd., Cambridge, ON N1R 5V9

Ph: (519) 621-5191

KING COLE DUCKS LTD.

PO Box 185, Aurora, ON L4G 3H3

Ph: (905) 836-9461

LAKESIDE GAME FARM

RR 1, Lakeside, ON N0M 2G0

Ph: (519) 349-2552

LOHMANN BREEDERS

CANADA LTD.

180 Garden Ave., Brantford, ON N3S 7W4

Ph: (519) 758-5909

MAPLE LEAF FOODS INC

70 Heritage Dr., PO Box 370, New Hamburg, ON N0B 2G0

Ph: (519) 662-1501

MAPLE LODGE HATCHERIES

LTD (Fleming Chicks Division)

4412 Ontario St., PO Box 1000, Beamsville, ON L0R 1B0

Ph: (905) 563-4914

MAPLE LODGE HATCHERIES

LTD. (Stratford Chicks Division)

17 Pine St., Stratford, ON N5A 1W2

Ph: (519) 275-2240

MAPLE LODGE HATCHERIES

LTD. (Curtis Chicks Division)

101 Fox Rd., Port Hope, ON L1A 3V5

Ph: (905) 885-6337

McCULLY CENTURY FARM

10851 Pinehurst Line RR 3, Chatham, ON M7M 5J3

Ph: (519) 358-1622

MCKINLEY HATCHERY

772 Queen St. E., St. Mary’s, ON N4X 1C2

Ph: (519) 284-1790

MILL POND HATCHERY

555 Pipeline Rd., RR 1, Grafton, ON K0K 2G0

Ph: (905) 349-2875

RYCKMAN FARMS

19914 Duart Rd. RR 1, Muirkirk, ON N0P 2C0

Ph: (519) 678-3481

SILVER MAPLE GAME BIRDS

2394 Manser Rd., Millbank, ON N0K 1L0

Ph: (519) 656-3342

TAMES RIVER HATCHERY INC.

1107 Ridgeway Road, Woodstock, ON N4V 1E3

Ph: (905) 878-4401

TRILLIUM HATCHERY INC.

620 Wright Blvd., Stratford, ON N4Z 1H3

Ph: (519) 263-2035

UNIONDALE HATCHERY

196867 19th Line RR 3, Lakeside, ON N0M 2G0

Ph: (519) 317-4577

UPLANDS PHEASANTRY

6282 Fleming Rd., RR 1, Camlachie, ON N0N 1E0

Ph: (519) 542-7089

VAN LI FARMS

4578 Nauvoo Rd., Watford, ON N0M 2S0

Ph: (519) 857-4849

WEBFOOT FARM AND HATCHERY LTD.

6340 Wellington County Rd 7, RR #2, Elora, ON N0B 1S0

Ph: (519) 846-9885

WILCOX FAMILY FARMS INC.

224501 Ostrander Rd., Tillsonburg, ON N4G 4H1

Ph: (519) 842-5429

WILLOW CREEK HATCHERY

6680 3rd Line West, Elora, ON N0B 1S0

Ph: (519) 846-5267

2024-2025 Board of Directors

REGISTERED EGG GRADING STATIONS

Ashburn

Sunnyside Farm, (Douglas Ashton & Ronald Ashton)

625 Townline Rd. W., ON L0B 1A0

Ph: (905) 655-4240

Aylmer

Harold & Lillian Stoll, (Green Meadow Eggs)

11168 Springerhill Rd., ON N5H 2R3

Ph: (519) 866-3610 ext. 1

Fax: (519) 765-1217

Brechin

John Appleby

2583 Hwy 12, ON L0K 1B0

Ph: (705) 484-5918

Camlachie

Uplands Pheasantry (Audrey and Sarah Jackson)

6282 Fleming Rd., RR #1, ON N0N 1E0

Ph: (519) 542-4173

Chesley

Wayne & Alta Weber

723 Bruce Rd. 11, RR 3, ON N0G 1L0

Ph: (519) 363-0028

Cochrane

Greg & Aileen Hessels

4045 Hwy 579, ON P0L 1C0

Ph: (705) 272-9463

Curran

Kornel Schneider (Ferme Reveuse)

580 Concession 8, ON K0B 1C0

Ph: (613) 799-7990

Desbarats

John W Sherk

4369 Government Road, ON P0R 1E0

Ph: (705) 541-1886

Douglas

Isaac Hoover (Hoover’s Egg Grading Station)

250 McLarty Rd., RR 1, ON K0J 1S0

Dunnville

Lyle M. Packham, (Packham Poultry Farm)

RR 1, ON N1A 2W1

Ph: (905) 774-4846

Elmira

Loel Penner, Phyllis Penner

3942 Arthur St. N., ON N3B 2Z1

Ph: (519) 669-4880

Elmira

Nature Plus Eggs Inc

6880 Line 86, ON N3B 2Z3

Ph: (548) 994-1243

Fort Francis

Mark Gerber

RR 1, RMB 56, ON P9A 3M2

Ph: (519) 376-9312

Guelph

Cedarvale Farm

5142 Jones Baseline, ON N1H 6H8

Ph: (519) 824-8832

Huntsville

Brian Currie, (Currie’s Corner Farm)

116 Bethune Rd. N., ON P1H 2J2

Ph: (705) 909-0080.

Indian River

David H Moffat

2010 Cameron Line, ON K0L 2B0

Ph: (705) 295-4354

Innisfil

Bee’s Universe, (Irina & Ionel Alecu)

1773 20th Sideroad, ON L9S 4H8

Ph: (705) 436-7659

Iron Bridge

Maple Acres Farm

50 Eley Rd., ON P0R 1H0

Ph: (705) 297-2585

Keene

John Millar Eggs

RR 3, ON K0L 2G0

Ph: (705) 295-6565

Kent Bridge

Roesch Meats & More

10910 Northwood Line, ON N0P 1V0

Ph: (519) 351-7711

Fax: (519) 351-5771

Kitchener

Burnbrae Farms Limited

860 Trillium Drive, ON N2R 1K4

Ph: (519) 741-8763

Lindsay

Clare Scully

RR 5, ON K9V 4R5

Ph: (705) 799-5586

Listowel

Gray Ridge Eggs Inc.

RR 4, ON N2W 3G9

Ph: (519) 291-5150

Fax: (519) 291-3369

Lunenburg

Cataline Sadaba

15405 Eaman Rd., ON K0C 1R0

Ph: (647) 206-7114

Lyn

Burnbrae Farms Ltd.

Box 10, RR 1, ON K0E 1M0

Ph: (613) 345-5651

Fax: (613) 345-6946

Lyn

Burnbrae Farms Limited

3356 County Road #27, ON K0E 1M0

Ph: (416) 737-2701

Matheson

Alvin Martin (Spring Hollow Packaging)

2414 Hwy 11 N, ON P0K 1N0

Ph: (705) 273-1747

Milverton

Orval Zehr Eggs

RR 1, ON N0K 1M0

Ph: (519) 595-4732

Fax: (519) 595-4378

Mississauga

Burnbrae Mississauga, (Division of Burnbrae Farms Ltd.)

5434 Tomken Rd., ON L4W 1P2

Ph: (905) 624-3600

Fax: (905) 624-5298

Mount Albert

Ontario Egg Master Ltd.

8900 Con. 2, ON L0G 1M0

Ph: (905) 473-3001

Navan

Bearbrook Game Meats Inc.

5396 Dunning Rd., ON K4B 1J1

Ph: (613) 835-7575

Fax: (613) 835-3685

New Liskeard

Craig Haven Farm and Gardens

RR 1, ON P0J 1P0

Ph: (705) 647-4878

Newmarket

403834 Ontario Ltd., (Homestead Specialty Foods)

983 Graham Side Rd., ON L3Y 4V9

Ph: (905) 775-2106

Fax: (905) 775-9416

Oshawa

White Feather Farms Inc.

65 Raglan Rd. E., RR 1, ON L1H 7K4

Ph: (905) 655-7694

Fax: (905) 655-3898

Oxford Station

John Beking, (Beking’s Poultry Farm)

RR 1, ON K0G 1T0

Ph: (613) 258-5396

Paisley

David Weber & Ellen Weber (Weber’s Pastured Meats)

1230 Bruce Road 11, ON N0G 2N0

Ph: (519) 353-4113

Port Hope 2479611 Ontario Inc.

5647 Heaslip Lane, ON L1A 3V8

Ph: (647) 588-6425

Powassan

Markus and Jennifer Wand

277 Memorial Park Dr., ON P0H 1Z0

Ph: (705) 724-6245

Simcoe

V.G. Packers Limited

966 Concession 6 Woodhouse Rd., ON N3Y 4K4

Ph : (519) 428-7926

St-Isidore

Ferme Avicole Laviolette Ltée

4503 chemin Bourgon, ON K0C 2B0

Ph: (613) 524-2847 Fax: (613) 524-2847

Stayner

A & D Bird Seed Inc. 1617 County Rd. 42, ON L0M 1S0

Ph: (705) 428-2465

Strathroy

Maple Lynn Foods Ltd.

PO Box 127, 301 Ellor St., ON N7G 3J1

Ph: (519) 245-1630

Fax: (519) 245-1690

Strathroy

Gray Ridge Eggs Inc.

644 Wright St., ON N7G 3H8

Ph: (519) 245-0480

Fax: (519) 245-5829

Strathroy

Norman & Gayle Frisa, (Frisa Farms)

30130 Centre Rd., RR 6, ON N7G 3H7

Ph: (519) 232-4478

Fax: (519) 679-1624

Tavistock

Frederick M Alexander

513033.11th Line, RR#2, ON N0B 2R0

Ph: 519-535-2479

Thunder Bay

Vanderwees Poultry Farm

RR 11, 5221 Townline Rd., ON P7B 5E2

Ph: (807) 935-2507

Fax: (807) 935-2337

Timmins

Justin Boutin

13392 Hwy. 101 W., ON P4R 0E9

Ph: (705) 262-9556

Walford Station

Abraham & Minerva Frey 100 Mailloux Rd., ON P0P 2E0

Ph: (705) 844-9974

Wallenstein

Cleason F. & Mildred W. Martin, (Sunrise Egg Farm) 7310 4th Line, RR 2, ON N0B 2S0 Ph: (519) 669-7648

Warkworth

Laver Farms Ltd.

372 Concession Road 2 East, ON K0K 3K0

Ph: (705) 653-6035

Wellesley Local Egg Limited

111 David St., ON N0B 2T0 Ph: (519) 465-0894

Woodstock

Provenance Farms Ltd. 686156 Hwy 2, ON N4S 7V9 Ph: (647) 456-7952

Wroxeter

Horwick Community Farmers Inc. 44212 Salem Rd., RR 1, ON N0G 2X0

Yarker

Hank-John Reinink RR 3, ON K0K 3N0 Ph: (613) 378-2479

REGISTERED EGG PRODUCT STATIONS

Brampton

Country Queen Foods Inc. (Country Queen Foods)

205 Wilkinson Rd., ON L6T 4M2 Ph: (905) 456-2460

Fax: (905) 456-3640

Brockville

Burnbrae Farms Ltd.

260 Central Ave., ON K6V 4N8 Ph: (613) 342-3960

Fax: (613) 342-8083

Etobicoke

Global Egg Corporation, (Egg Solutions, A Division of Global Egg Corp.)

283 Horner Avenue, ON M8Z 4Y4

Ph: (416) 231-2409

Fax: (416) 231-8991

Etobicoke

Global Egg Corporation, (Egg Solutions, A Division of Global Egg)

25 Newbridge Rd., ON M8Z 2L6

Ph: (416) 354-4176

Fax: (416) 231-8991

Etobicoke

2162889 Ontario Ltd., (Supreme Egg Products Inc.)

17 Newbridge Rd., ON M8Z 2L6

Ph: (416) 237-1313

Fax: (416) 237-1316

St. Marys

Perth County Ingredients Inc.

20 Thames Rd., ON N4X 1C4

Ph: (519) 284-3449

Toronto

Shelmac Brand Products Inc.

1289 Caledonia Rd., ON M6A 2X7

Ph: (416) 787-1825

Fax: (416) 787-6389

Windsor

DC Nutrition Group Inc.

2835 Kew Dr., ON N8T 3B7

Ph: (905) 550-5448

POULTRY CONSULTING, VETERINARIANS, RESEARCH

A&L Canada Laboratories Inc.

2136 Jetstream Rd., London, ON N5V 3P5

Ph: (519) 457-2575

Fax: (519) 457-2664

Toll Free: (855) 837-8347 alcanadalabs@alcanada.com www.alcanada.com

Activation Laboratories Ltd.

41 Bittern St., Ancaster, ON L9G 4V5

Ph: (905) 648-9611 Fax: (905) 648-9613

Toll Free: (888) 228-5227 (ACTLABS) ancaster@actlabs.com www.actlabs.com

Elfrida Poultry Diagnostic Services

1354 Stoney Creek Rd., Caledonia, ON N3W 1R2

Ph: (905) 765-2177

Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health

74 Kingston St., Goderich, ON N7A 3K4

Ph: (519) 612-1053

info@gatewayruralheatlh.ca www.gatewayruralhealth.ca

Guelph Poultry Veterinary Services

519 Maltby Rd., Guelph, ON N1L 1G3

Ph: (519) 821-5963

Intertek - Cargo Inspection & Testing

Hamilton – Unit 1, 710 South Service Rd., ON L8E 5S7

Ph: (905) 529-0090

Fax: (905) 529-5989

Sarnia – 269A St. Andrew St Unit 1, ON N7T 2L3

Ph: (519) 336-5112

Fax: (519) 336-6881

Thunder Bay – 585 Squier St., ON P7B 4A7

Ph: (807) 345-5392

Fax: (807) 345-4032

www.intertek.com

Lakeside Poultry Veterinary Services Inc.

Unit A, 240 Graff Ave., Stratford, ON N5A 6Y2

Ph: (519) 273-9090

Fax: (519) 273-2002

Toll-Free: 1-855-998-9090

www.lakesidepoultryveterinaryservices.com

Dr. Shahbaz Haq, M.Sc. (Vet Pathology), D.V.M., Dip ACPV

Poultry Health Services

237 Arnold St. Unit 4, Kitchener, ON N2H 6E8

Ph: (888) 950-2252

phsinfo@poultryhealth.ca poultryhealth.ca

SGS Canada Inc.

6755 Mississauga Rd. Ste. 204, Mississauga, ON L5N 7Y2

Ph: (905) 364-3771 www.sgs.ca

Zorra Veterinary Services RR 2, 235806 23rd Line

Thamesford, ON N0M 2M0

Ph: (519) 283-6081

PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT UNIVERSITIES

AGRICULTURE AND AGRI-FOOD CANADA

Ontario regional office 174 Stone Rd., W., Guelph, ON N1G 4S9

Ph: (226) 217-8143

Fax: (226) 217-8187

AAFC.ON.info.ON.AAC@agr.gc.ca www.agriculture.canada.ca

AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS APPEAL

TRIBUNAL

1 Stone Rd. West, 2nd Fl. NW, Guelph ON N1G 4Y2

Ph: (519) 826-3433

Fax: (519) 826-4232

AFRAAT@ontario.ca www.afraat.ca

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY

Regional Office - Central 174 Stone Rd. W., Guelph, ON N1G 4S9

Ph: (226) 217-8555

Regional Office - North East 500 Huronia Rd., Unit 103, Barrie, ON L4N 8X3

Ph: (705) 739-0008 Fax: (705) 739-0405

Regional Office - South West 1200 Commissioners Rd. E., Unit 19, London, ON N5Z 4R3

Ph: (519) 691-1300

Regional Office - Toronto 1122 Finch Ave. W., Unit 22, Toronto, ON M3J 3J5

Ph: (647) 790-1100

ONTARIO FARM PRODUCTS MARKETING COMMISSION

Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs

1 Stone Rd. W., Guelph ON N1G 4Y2

Ph: (519) 826-4047, Fax: (519) 826-3442

Ph: (877) 424-1300 ag.info.omafra@ontario.ca www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/ farmproducts

ONTARIO MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD MINISTRY OF RURAL AFFAIRS

Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, 50 Stone Road East, Guelph ON N1G 2W1

Ph: (519) 824-4120 www.ovc.uoguelph.ca

ANIMAL HEALTH

LABORATORY, LABORATORY SERVICES DIVISION

University of Guelph, PO Box 3612, Guelph ON N1H 6R8

Ph: (519) 824-4120 ext. 54530 ahlinfo@uoguelph.ca www.uoguelph.ca/ahl/

ONTARIO ANIMAL HEALTH NETWORK (OAHN)

Animal Health Laboratory, University of Guelph Building 89, 419 Gordon St., Guelph, ON N1G 2W1

Ph: (519) 824-4120 ext. 53364 oahn@uoguelph.ca www.oahn.ca

ONTARIO VETERINARY COLLEGE

University of Guelph, 50 Stone Rd. East, Guelph ON N1G 2W1

Ph: (519) 824 4120 ext. 54421 ovc.uoguelph.ca

POULTRY HEALTH RESEARCH NETWORK

Dept. of Pathobiology, Ontario Veterinary College

University of Guelph, 50 Stone Rd. E., Guelph ON N1G 2W1

Ph: (519) 824-4120 ext 54755

Fax: (519) 824-5930

Ovc.uoguelph.ca/pathobiology

UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH, Department of Animal Biosciences (ABSc)

50 Stone Rd. E., Guelph ON N1G 2W1

Ph: (519) 824-4120 ext. 56219

Department Chair: Christine Baes, Professor and Chair

Ph: 519-824-4120 ext. 53928 cbaes@uoguelp.ca animalbiosciences.uoguelph.ca

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS

National Farm Business Management Resource Centre

300 – 250 City Centre Ave., Ottawa, ON K1R 6K7

Ph: (613) 237-9060 info@fmc-gac.com www.takeanewapproach.ca

Association of Ontario Chicken Processors

52 Royal Rd. Unit 2B, Guelph, ON N1H 1G3

Ph: (519) 836-8383

Chicken Farmers of Ontario PO Box 5035, 3320 S. Service Rd., Burlington, ON L7R 3Y8

Ph: (905) 637-0025

24/7 CFO Connects: (855) 800-4815

24/7 Emergency Hotline: (877) 767-2973 info@ontariochicken.ca www.ontariochicken.ca

Adrian Rehorst, District 1, Rick Kaptein, District 2; Brian Lewis, District 3; Andrea Veldhuizen,1st Vice-Chair, District 4; Jordan Fois, 2nd Vice Chair, District 5; Murray Opsteen, Chair, District 6; Doug Duimering, District 7; Scott Buchan, District 8; Tim Klompmaker, District 9.

Egg Farmers of Ontario

7195 Millcreek Dr., Mississauga, ON L5N 4H1

Ph: (905) 858-9790

Fax: (905) 858-1589 general@getcracking.ca www.getcracking.ca

Scott Helps, Chair, Zone 1; Lorne Benedict, Zone 2; Dan Veldman, Vice Chair, Zone 3; Roger Pelissero, Zone 4; Brian Miller, Zone 5; Sally Van Straaten, Zone 6; Scott Brookshaw, Zone 7; George Pilgrim, Zone 8; Ian McFall, Zone 9; Marcel Jr. Laviolette, Zone 10; Alvin Brunsveld, Pullet Director.

Farm & Food Care Ontario 660 Speedvale Ave. W., Unit 302, Guelph, ON N1K 1ES

Ph: (519) 837-1326 info@farmfoodcare.org www.farmfoodcareon.org

Ontario Agri Business Association (OABA - Feed Section Committee - ANACOntario Division)

104 - 160 Research Lane, Guelph, ON N1G 5B2

Ph: (519) 822-3004

Fax: (519) 822-8862 info@oaba.on.ca www.oaba.on.ca

Andrew Coghlin, President; John Taylor, Past President; Martin Kiefer, Vice President; Sandra Wolfe, Treasurer; Directors: Kevin Weppler, Joanne Caputo, Don Kabbes, Trudy McGovern, Matt Gardner, Dan Rivait, Greg Vanden Bosch

Ontario Association of Poultry Veterinarians, OAPV

Animal Health Lab, University of Guelph, PO Box 3612, Guelph, ON N1H 6R8 Ph: (519) 824-4120 ext. 54530

Ontario Broiler Chicken Hatching Egg Producers Association

483 Arkell Rd., Puslinch, ON N0B 2J0

Ph: (519) 821-0657 obchepa@golden.net www.obchepa.ca

Sam Haverkamp, Chair; Peter Greydanus, Vice-All; Jim Patton, Secretary-Treasurer; OBHECC Directors: Nick Daunt, Tim Hutten, John Kapteyn, Mark Woods; Farm and Food Care Rep: Gudrun Haas; Office Administrator: Annette Lewis-Copeland.

Ontario Broiler Hatching Egg & Chick Commission (OBHECC)

250 Woolwich St. S, Unit 1, Breslau, ON N0B 1M0

Ph: (519) 837-0005

Fax: (519) 837-0464 info@obhecc.com www.obhecc.ca

Ontario Federation of Agriculture

200 Hanlon Creek Blvd., Guelph, ON N1C 0A1

Ph: (519) 821-8883

Fax: (519) 821-8810

Toll Free: (800) 668-3276 www.ofa.on.ca

Drew Spoelstra, President, Zone 5; Paul Vickers, Vice President, Zone 2; Sara Wood, Vice President, Director-at-Large; Ethan Wallace, Executive Member, Zone 7; Directors: Louis Roesch, Zone 1; Larry Davis, Zone 3; Tracey Arts, Zone 4; Crispin Colvin, Zone 6; Andrea McCoy-Naperstkow, Zone 8; Mark Reusser, Zone 9; Steve Brackenridge, Zone 10; Clint Cameron, Zone 11; Brian Crews, Zone 12; Paul Maurice, Zone 13; Vanessa Renaud, Zone 14; Bill Groenheide, Zone 15; Directorsat-Large: Teresa Van Raay, Angela Cammaert.

Ontario Hatcheries Association

195 St. David St. South, 3rd Fl., offices 1. 2. 3. Fergus, ON N1M 2L4

Ph: (519) 787-4322 susan.tfio@bell.net www.ontariohatcheries.com

Glen Taschuk, President; Directors: Paul Bulman, Dave Brock, Aden Frey, Devin Hanna, Steve Kraemer, Jeff Wilson, Erick Spek; Susan Fitzgerald, Executive Director.

Ontario Institute of Agrologists PO Box 100, 60 Elora St., S., Harriston, ON N0G 1Z0

Ph: (519) 510-4047 info@oia.on.ca www.oia.on.ca

Richard Heck, President; Dan Roberts, Vice President; Gary Eagleson, Treasurer; Directors: Lance Schultz, David S. Rose, Wes Kennedy, David Kroetsch, John Cranfield, Claire Coombs, Anne-Marie Chapman; Ryan Koeslag, Executive Director.

Ontario Livestock and Poultry Council

195 St. David St. South, 3rd Fl., Offic 1, 2,3. Fergus, ON N1M 2L4

Ph: (519) 787-4322 susan.tflo@bell.net ontlpc.com

Klaus Schneeberger, Interim Chair; Directors: Steven Roche, Alex Hamilton, Kendra Keels, Julie Harlow, Jean Howden.

Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association 1-367 Woodlawn Rd. W, Guelph, ON N1H 7K9

Ph: (519) 826-4214

Fax: (519) 826-4224

Toll Free: (800) 265-9751 oscia@ontariosoilcrop.org www.ontariosoilcrop.org

Peter Johnson, Honourary President; John Poel, 3rd Vice-President, Directors: Kerrie Jenken, Brady Jones, Birgit Martin, Chad Quinlan, Eleanor Renaud, Dave Schraa, Gord Speksnijder, Allan Thompson, Andy Van Niekerk; Dr. Robert Corry, University of Guelph Representative; Deanna Nemeth, OMAFRA Representative

Poultry Industry Council 483 Arkell Rd., Puslinch, ON NOB 2J0

Ph: (519) 837-0284 pic@poultryindustrycouncil.ca www.poultryindustrycouncil.ca

Caroline Gonano, Chair; Kayla Price, Vice Chair; Cathy Lennon, Treasurer; Directors at Large: Laura Bowers, Doug Duimering, Samantha Haverkamp, Greg Lansink, Marg Pritchard, Babak Sanei, Mike Terpstra, Sally Van Straaten, Ed Verkley; Tom Lewis, Executive Director.

Turkey Farmers of Ontario 1120 - 100 Conestoga College Blvd., Kitchener, ON N2P 2N6 Ph: (519) 748-9636

Fax: (519) 748-2742 www.turkeyfarmers.on.ca

James Schlegel, Chair, District 3; Matt Steele, Vice Chair, District 1; Kurtis Allaer, District 1; Neil Campbell, District 2; Steven Vanderzanden, District 2; Duane Dietrich, Executive Member, District 3; Greg Lansink, District 4.

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

REGISTERED EGG GRADING STATIONS

Freetown

Burns Poultry Farm & Chick Hatchery Ltd (Burns Poultry Farm) 269 Freetown, RR 2, PE C0B 1L0 Ph: (902) 887-2156

Summerside

Maritime Pride Eggs Inc. 26172 Route 2, PE C1N 4J8 Ph: (902) 667-2015

POULTRY CONSULTING, VETERINARIANS, RESEARCH

PERENNIA

173 Dr. Bernie MacDonald Dr., Bible Hill, NS B6L 2H5 Ph: (902) 896-0277 Fax: (902) 896-7299 info@perennia.ca www.perennia.ca

PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT UNIVERSITIES

AGRICULTURE AND AGRI-FOOD CANADA

Prince Edward Island regional office 440 University Ave., 3rd Floor, Charlottetown, PE C1A 4N6 Ph: (902) 370-1500 Fax: (902) 370-1511

AAFC.ATL.info.ATL.AAC@agr.gc.ca www.agriculture.canada.ca

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY

Regional Office - Prince Edward Island 3 Lower Malpeque Road. Charlottetown, PE C1E 1R4 Ph: (902) 566-7290

DEPARTMENT OF

AGRICULTURE AND LAND, GOVERNMENT OF PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Jones Building, 5th Floor, 11 Kent St., PO Box 2000, Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8

Ph: (902) 368-4880

Fax: (902) 368-4857

Toll Free: (866) PEI-FARM (734-3276)

DeptAg@gov.pe.ca www.princeedwardisland.ca

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS

ANAC - Atlantic Division

47597 Homestead Rd., Berry Mills, NB E1G 4K2

Ph: (506) 961-5007 atlanticanac@gmail.com www.anacan.org

Chicken Farmers of Prince Edward Island

PO Box 40052, West Royalty Post Office, Charlottetown, PE C1E 0J2 Ph: (902) 218-1872

Kevin MacPhail, Chair; Janet Hilliard-Murphy, Manager

Egg Farmers of Prince Edward Island

100 – 159 Sherwood Road, Charlottetown, PE C1E 0E5

Ph: (902) 368-7289

info@eggspei.ca www.eggspei.ca

Tim Churchill, Chair; Peter Stavert, Vice Chair; John Dennis, Secretary Treasurer; Directors: Ian Simmons, Nathan Burns.

QUEBEC

HEALTH MONITORED HATCHERIES

CANARDS DES MONTS INC.

855 rue Martin, Ville Saint-Jude, QC J0H 1P0

Ph: (450) 469-4362

CANARDS DU LAC BROME LTÉE

40, chemin Centre CP 120, Knowlton, QC J0E 1V0

Ph: (450) 242-3825

COUVOIR BOIRE & FRÈRES INC.

532, 9e Rang, Wickham, QC J0C 1S0

Ph: (819) 398-6645

COUVOIR OVO

532 Rang 9, Wickham, QC J0C 1S0

Ph: (819) 314-7630

COUVOIR PINTABO INC.

410, chemin Yamaska, St-Germain de Grantham, QC J0C 1K0

Ph: (819) 395-5495

COUVOIR SOLLIO COOP (PROVINCIAL ARTHABASKA)

165, rue Laurier Est., Victoriaville, QC G6P 6P8

Ph: (819) 357-8480

COUVOIR QUEBEC INC.

11605, boul. de la Colline, Loretteville, QC G2A 2E1

Ph: (418) 842-3687

COUVOIR RAMSAY-POIRIER

BERARD Ltée

390, chemin Joilette, St-Félix-deValois, QC J0K 2M0

Ph: (450) 889-5824

COUVOIR SCOTT LTÉE

1798, rue Kennedy, Scott Jonction, QC G0S 3G0

Ph: (418) 387-2323

COUVOIR UNIK INC.

222, Route 104, Mont St-Grégoire, QC J0T 1K0

Ph: (450) 347-0176

FERME D’ORLÉANS ENR.

2210, avenue Royale, Saint-Laurentde-l’Île-d’Orléans, QC G0A 3Z0

Ph: (418) 828-2686

FERME KÉGO CAILLES ENR.

60 du Manoir ouest., Cap St-Ignace, Montmagny, QC G0R 1H0

Ph: (418) 246-5012

LA FERME DU PLATON

6930, rue Marie-Victorin, Ste-Croix-de-Lobini`ere, QC G0S 2H0

Ph: (418) 926-2444

Entreprise couvoir CÔTÉ s.e.c

329, rue St-Georges, Ange-Gardien, QC J0E 1E0

Ph: (450) 293-3191

REGISTERED EGG

GRADING STATIONS

Cité Charlevoix

Ferme du Paysan

41, rang St-Jean Baptiste St-Urbain, QC G0A 4K0

Ph: (418) 639-2587

Huntington

Les Fermes Valens Inc.

79 York St., QC J0S 1H0

Ph: (450) 264-4061

Fax: (450) 264-9319

Rivière-Héva

Les Oeufs Richard Eggs Inc. 728, route St-Paul sud, RR 1, QC J0Y 2H0

Ph: (819) 757-4419

Fax: (819) 757-3742

Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue

Campus Macdonald College Farm 21 111, rue Lakeshore, QC H9X 3V9

Ph : (514) 398-7701

Fax : (514) 398-8134

St-Bruno Lac St-Jean Yvan Bergeron

1097, Rang 8 nord, QC G0W 2L0

Ph: (418) 343-3003

St-Bruno Lac St-Jean Yvan Bergeron

466 Rang 7 Sud, QC G0W 2L0

Ph : (418) 343-3003

St-Hyacinthe

Nutri-Oeuf St-Hyancinthe Inc. 6655, rue Picard, QC J2S 1H3

Ph: (450) 771-4627

Fax: (450) 773-9485

St-Lambert

Les Oeufs Ovale Inc, 205, rue Damase-Breton, QC G0S 2W0

Ph: (450) 771-4627

Fax: (450) 773-9485

St-Léonard

Geo. E. Vandelac Inc. 7860, rue Fleuricourt, QC H1R 2L3

Ph: (514) 327-4654

Fax: (514) 327-4655

St-Théodore D’Acton

Clovis Gauthier et Fils Inc.

170, 6e rang, QC J0H 1Z0

Ph: (450) 546-7430

Fax: (450) 546-0278

St-Zotique

Ferme St-Zotique Ltée, (Bon-EE-Best)

200, 69e avenue, QC J0P 1Z0

Ph: (450) 267-3521

Fax: (450) 267-0636

Burnbrae : (613) 345-5651

Ville Dégelis

Ferme Hermel Dubé et Fils Inc. 1549, chemin de l’Arc-en-Ciel, QC G5T 1B7

Ph: (418) 853-9197

Fax: (418) 853-3807

REGISTERED EGG

PRODUCT STATIONS

Cowansville

Les Aliments Activ inc.

790 Rue du Sud Suite 111, QC J2K 2Y3

Ph: (450) 922-7763

Lyn

Burnbrae Farms Ltd (Les Oeufs Bec-o Inc)

3356 County Road #27, ON K0E 1M0

Ph: (450) 549-4524 / (613) 345-5651

Fax: (450) 549-4675

Montreal

Carrément Tarte Inc.

5563 rue fullum, #200, QC H2G 2H5

Ph : (514) 402-8607

St-Eustache

Akme Poultry, Butter & Eggs

Distributors Inc

65 rue Pépin QC J7R 6Z8

Ph : (450) 974-7767

St-Eustache

Les Aliments Mise en Bouche Inc

170 boul industriel, QC J7R 5C2

Ph: (514) 961-9322

St-Hyacinthe

Supreme Egg Products

3475, rue Picard, QC J2S 1H3

Ph: (450) 778-1991/ (450) 278-8718

Terrebonne

Aliments Martel Inc.

460 rue Fernand-Poitras, QC J6Y 1Y6

Ph: (514) 576-7916

PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT UNIVERSITIES

AGRICULTURE AND AGRI-FOOD CANADA

Quebec regional office 2001 Robert-Bourassa Blvd., Room 671-M, Montréal, QC H3A 3N2 Ph: (514) 283-8888; Fax: (514) 496-3966

AAFC.QC.info.QC.AAC@agr.gc.ca www.agriculture.canada.ca

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY -

Regional Office - Montreal 2001 Robert-Bourassa Blvd., Room 671, Montréal, QC H3A 3N2 Ph: (514) 283-8888

Fax: (514) 283-3143 www.inspection.canada.ca

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY -

Regional Office – Quebec City 100 - 2954, Laurier Blvd., Quebec, QC G1V 5C7 Ph: (418) 648-7373

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY -

Regional Office - St-Hyacinthe 3400, boul. Casavant Ouest, St-Hyacinthe, QC J2S 8E3 Ph: (450) 768-6800

Fax : (450) 768-6767 www.inspection.gc.ca

FACULTÉ DES SCIENCES DE L’AGRICULTURE ET DE L’ALIMENTATION, Pavillon Paul-Comtois 2425, rue de l’Agriculture, local 1122, Québec (Québec) G1V 0A6 Ph: (418) 656-3145

Fax: (418) 656-7806 fsaa@fsaa.ulaval.ca www.fsaa.ulaval.ca

MINISTÈRE DE L’AGRICULTURE, DES PÊCHERIES ET DE L’ALIMENTATION DU QUÉBEC (MAPAQ)

200, chemin Sainte-Foy, Québec QC G1R 4X6

Ph: (418) 380-2110

Toll Free: (888) 222-MAPA (6272) info@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca

www.mapaq.gouv.qc.ca

RÉGIE DES MARCHÉS AGRICOLES ET ALIMENTAIRES DU QUÉBEC

1400 Bd Guillaume-Couture, Saint-Romuald QC G6W 8K7

Ph: (514) 873-4024

Fax: (514) 873-3984

rmaaqc@rmaaq.gouv.qc.ca

www.rmaaq.gouv.qc.ca

DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SCIENCE, McGill University, Macdonald Campus, 21111 Lakeshore Rd., Ste. Anne de Bellevue QC H9X 3V9

Ph: (514) 398-7773

Fax: (514) 398-7990

animal.science@mcgill.ca www.mcgill.ca/animal/ Professor Raj Duggavathi, Departmental Chair

UNIVERSITÉ DE MONTRÉAL, Faculté de médecine vétérinaire/ Faculty of Veterinary Medicine

3200, rue Sicotte, St-Hyacinthe QC J2S 2M2

Ph: (450) 773-8521

fmv.umontreal.ca/faculte

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS

AQINAC - Association

Québécoise des Industries de Nutrition Animale et Céréalière 4790, rue Martineau, bureau 100, Saint-Hyacinthe, QC J2R 1V1

Ph : (450) 799-2440

Fax : (450) 799-2445

info@aqinac.com www.aqinac.com

Directeurs et administrateurs: Renald Mercier, Chairman of the Board; Renee Henry, 1st Vice President; Simon Baillargeon, 2nd Vice President; Pascal Elie, Secretary; Rémy Ten Have, Treasurer ; Directors: David Arseneau, François Bécotte, Andrea Benjamin, Raymond Breton, Mario Cote, Jean-François, Dion, Nathalie Frenette, Christian Gonthier, Stéphanie Le Moine, Jean-Marc Parenteau, David Robitaille, Gino Vachon, Géraldine Grisé ; Sébastien Lacroix, President and CEO

Association des abattoirs avicoles du Québec (AAAQ)

216, rue Denison Est, Granby, QC J2H 2R6

Ph: (450) 349-1521

info@conseiltaq.com

https://conseiltaq.com/association/cqtv

Conseil de la transformation alimentaire du Québec (CTAQ)

216, Rue Denison Est, Granby, QC J2H 2R6

Ph: (450) 349-1521

info@conseiltaq.com

https://conseiltaq.com/association/cqtv

Les Membres du ca: Elisabeth Bélanger, President ; Martin Le Moine, Past President; Claire Bara, Vice-President ; Dominique Bohec, Treasurer ; Robert Eiser, Member of the executive ; Valérie Jalbert, Vice-President ; Bruno Barrette, Jural advisor ; Mitchell Leachy, Secretary.

Fédération des producteurs d’oeufs du Québec

Maison de l’UPA, 555, boul. RolandTherrien, Bureau 320, Longueuil, QC J4H 4E7

Ph: (450) 679-0530

Fax: (450) 679-0855

www.oeuf.ca

Sylvain Lapierre, President; Emmanuel Destrijker, 1st Vice-President; Jean-Philippe Désilets, 2nd Vice-President; Directors: Nicholas Tremblay, Danny Guillemette, Maryse Labbé, Maurice Richard, France Perreault, David Lefebvre, Jacques Cloutier

Les Éleveurs de volailles du Québec

555, boulevard Roland-Therrien, bureau 250, Longueuil, QC J4H 4G1

Ph: (450) 679-0530

www.volaillesduquebec.qc.ca

Benoît Fontaine, President ; René Gélinas, 1st Vice-President ; Joël Leblanc, 2nd Vice-President; Members of the executive committee: Bruno Loranger, Steve Houley; Jennifer Paquet, Administrator and Representative of the turkey breeders committee; Administrators: Michaël Boulay, Stéphane Parr, Luce Bélanger, Martin Lemieux.

Les Producteurs d’oeufs d’incubation du Québec

555 , boulevard Roland-Therrien, bureau 515, Longueuil, QC J4H 4E7

Ph: (450) 679-0540 incobec@upa.qc.ca https://poiq.ca/

Gyslain Loyer, Président; David Phaneuf, 1er vice-président; Marie-Pier Lefebvre, 2e vice-présidente; Administrateurs: Clément Allard, Robert Massé, Sébastien Morin, Richard Sénéchal.

SASKATCHEWAN

HEALTH MONITORED HATCHERIES

KYLE COLONY HATCHERY

PO Box 250, Kyle, SK S0L 1T0

Ph: (306) 375-2910

LILYDALE-SOFINA FOODS, INC.

605 Greer St., Wynyard, SK S0A 4T0

Ph: (306) 554-2534

PRAIRIE PRIDE CHICK

SALES LTD.

PO Box 273, Grandora, SK S0K 1V0

Ph: (306) 956-3822

REGISTERED EGG GRADING STATIONS

Brownlee

Hutterian Brethren of Huron Ltd., (Huron Poultry Farm)

PO Box 9, SK S0H 0M0

Ph: (306) 759-2685

Fax: (306) 759-2680

Hodgeville

Hodgeville Farming Co. Ltd.

PO Box 386, SK S0H 2B0

Ph: (306) 750-2408

Humboldt

Arden Dust, (Dusty Inn Farm)

PO Box 2742, SK S0K 2A0

Ph: (306) 682-3466

Leader

Estuary Farming Co. Ltd.

PO Box 220, SK S0N 1H0

Ph: (306) 628-4116

Fax: (306) 628-4406

McMahon

Wheatland Eggs

PO Box 115, SK S0N 1M0

Ph: (306) 773-9196

Moose Jaw

Baildon Hutterian Brethren Ltd., (Moose Jaw Poultry Farm)

PO Box 968, SK S6H 4P6

Ph: (306) 693-3013

Saskatoon

Star Egg Company Ltd.

1302 Quebec Ave., SK S7K 1W7

Ph: (306) 244-4041

Fax: (306) 664-6619

Star City

Star City Colony Ltd., (Star City Poultry)

PO Box 190, SK S0E 1P0

Ph: (306) 863-2343

Warman

Prairie Sunrise Eggs Box 585, SK S0K 4S0 Ph: (306) 239-2051

POULTRY CONSULTING, VETERINARIANS, RESEARCH

Canadian Poultry Consultants Ltd.

30325 Canary Court, Abbotsford, BC V4X 2N4

Ph: (877) 449-3447 admin@canadianpoultry.ca www.canadianpoultry.ca

Pestell Nutrition

3220 Roblin Blvd., Winnipeg, MB R3R 0C3

Ph: (204) 414-9400 info@pestell.com www.pestell.com

PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT UNIVERSITIES

AGRICULTURE AND AGRI-FOOD CANADA

Saskatchewan regional office 2010 12th Ave., Regina, SK S4T 0M3

Ph: (306) 780-5070

AAFC.SK.info.SK.AAC@agr.gc.ca www.agriculture.canada.ca

AGRICULTURE KNOWLEDGE CENTRE, MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, GOVERNMENT OF SASKATCHEWAN

45 Thatcher Dr. E., Moose Jaw, SK S6J 1L8

Toll Free: (866) 457-2377 www.saskatchewan.ca

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION

AGENCYRegional Office - Saskatchewan 1800 11th Ave., Room 301, Regina, SK S4P 0H8

Ph: (306) 780-5180

Fax: (306) 780-5177

www.inspection.canada.ca

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION

AGENCY - Western Area Office

1115 57th Ave. NE, Calgary, AB T2E 9B2

Ph: (587) 230-2200

Fax: (587) 230-2253

www.inspection.canada.ca

ANIMAL HEALTH UNIT

Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture, Room 202, 3085 Albert St., Regina SK S4S 0B1

Ph (306) 787-2150

Fax: (306) 787-0096

www.saskatchewan.ca

SASKATCHEWAN AGRI-FOOD COUNCIL

302 - 3085 Albert St., Regina SK S4S 0B1

Ph: (306) 787-5364

Fax: (306) 787-8599

Ryan Mulatz, Program and Policy Analyst ryan.mulatz@gov.sk.ca www.saskatchewan.ca

CANADIAN FEED RESEARCH CENTRE,

University of Saskatchewan

10029 Marquis Ave., North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8

Ph: (306) 966-4279

Rex Newkirk, Associate Professor rex.newkirk@usask.ca www.agbio.usask.ca

DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL AND POULTRY SCIENCE

College of Agriculture and Bioresources, University of Saskatchewan, Room 6D34 Agriculture Bldg., 51 Campus Dr., Saskatoon SK S7N 5A8

Ph: (306) 966-4128 Fax: (306) 966-4151 aps@usask.ca

https://agbio.usask.ca/departments/ animaland-poultry-science.php

WESTERN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE, University of Saskatchewan 52 Campus Dr., Saskatoon SK S7N 5B4

Ph: (306) 966-7447

Fax: (306) 966-8747

www.wcvm.usask.ca-the-college

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS

Chicken Farmers of Saskatchewan

224 Pacific Ave., Suite 201, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1P1

Ph: (306) 242-3611 info@saskatchewanchicken.ca www.saskatchewanchicken.ca

Nick Langelaar, Chair/CFC Director, Tiffany Martinka, Vice Chair, Ben Middleton, Director, George Hofer, CFC Alternate, Ivy Rachkewich, Director, Michael Kautzman, Executive Director.

Saskatchewan Broiler Hatching Egg Producers

115 – 2nd Ave North, Suite 301, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2B1

Ph: (306) 384 8050

Saskatchewan Egg Producers

1 – 123 Pinehouse Drive, Saskatoon, SK S7K 5W1

Ph: (306) 664-4131 info@saskegg.ca www.saskegg.ca

Board of Directors: Shawn Harman, Chair; Isaac Entz, Vice Chair; Directors: Danny Wollman, Darren Wiens, Trevor Pickard

Anstey Hatchery Ltd

2717 Cleveland Ave., Saskatoon, SK S7K 3R2

Ph: (306) 242-1033 Fax: (306) 242-6466

ansteyhatchery@sasktel.net ansteyhatchery.ca

Turkey Farmers of Saskatchewan

3530 Millar Ave. #900, Saskatoon, SK S7P 0B6

Ph: (306) 931-1050 tfsadmin@sasktel.net www.saskturkey.com

Western Feed Industry Association (WFIA - ANACAlberta and Saskatchewan Division)

c/o Peggy Kimmel

Stn Main, RR3 Site 6 Box 17, Lacombe, AB T4L 2N3

Ph: (403) 350-0495 manager@wfia-anac.com www.wfia-anac.com

Nancy Fischer, Chair; Kelly Cruise, Vice Chair; Mike Robinson, Past Chair; Directors: Darryl Lewis, Sharon Klinger, Kris Westblom, Tracy Hum; Division Manager: Peggy Kimmel

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NATIONAL INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS

Agri-food Innovation Council

78 George Street, Suite 204, Ottawa, ON K1N 5W1

Ph: (613) 232-9459 Fax: (866) 851-5689 office@aic.ca www.aic.ca

Cam Dahl, Chair. Karen Churchill, Vice Chair. Directors: Rajasekaran Lada, Julianne Curran, Rita Sterne, Darcy Herauf, Dave Smardon.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

1341 Baseline Rd., Ottawa, ON K1A 0C5

Ph: (855) 773-0241

Fax: (613) 773-1081

Toll Free: (855) 773-0241 aafc.info.aac@agr.gc.ca www.agriculture.canada.ca

Animal Nutrition Association of Canada (ANAC)

300 Sparks St. Suite 330, Ottawa, ON K1R 7S3

Ph: (613) 241-6421

Fax: (613) 241-7970

info@anacan.org www.anacan.org

Chairman: Dave Dieleman; Vice-Chairman: Derek Mendez; Treasurer: David Trott; Director-atLarge: Christine Smith

Animal Health Canada PO Box 3013 RPO, Elora, ON N0B 1S0 www.animalhealthcanada.ca

Co-Chairs: Keith Lehman, Leigh Rosengren; Vice-Chair: Dave Taylor; Directors: Ryder Lee, Luce Bélanger, Donald Boucher, Henry Ceelen, Gabriela Guigou, Mary Jane Ireland, Nina von Keyserlingk, Jean-Michel Laurin, Norine Moore, Nicole Wanamaker, Luc Bergeron

Canadian Association of Poultry Veterinarians, CAPV-ACVA www.capv-acva.ca

Executive Members: Dr. Kathleen Long (West); Carol Jakel , (OAPV); Daniel Venne (AVIA).

Canadian Federation of Agriculture

21 Florence St., Ottawa, ON K2P 0W6

Ph: (613) 366-4721

Fax: (613) 236-5749

info@canadian-farmers.ca www.cfa-fca.ca

Keith Currie, President; Todd Lewis, 1st Vice-President; Pierre Lampron, 2nd Vice-President; Directors: Martin Caron, Ron Maynard, Ian Boxall, Cyr Couturier, Mark Reusser, Emmanuel Destrijker, Bethany Dykstra, David Wiens, Doug Miller, Tim Marsh, Jean Szkotnicki, Julie Bissonnette, Stan Vanderwaal, Lynn Jacobson, Ken Forth, Matt Steele, Cain Vangel, Jill Verwey, Mike Medeiros, Wayne Simmons, Scott Buchan, Gyslain Loyer, Gwen Young, Art Alblas, Andrew Kuyvenhoven, Rick Mastronardi

Canadian Food Inspection Agency -

National Headquarters

1400 Merivale Rd., Ottawa, ON K1A 0Y9

Ph: (613) 773-2342

Toll-Free: (800) 442-2342 www.inspection.canada.ca

Canadian Hatching Egg Producers

21 Florence St., Ottawa, ON K2P 0W6

Ph: (613) 800-2315

info@chep-poic.ca chep-poic.ca

Brian Bilkes, Chair; Gyslain Loyer, Vice-Chair; Calvin Breukelmanm Second Vice- Chair; Teddy Markey, Executive Director; Garen Afarian, Senior Economist; Victoria Sikur, Food Safety Officer; Amanda Pufall, Animal Welfare Officer; Danielle Belair, Finance Manger; Mark Calderaro, Communications and Government Relations Advisor

Canadian Poultry and Egg Processors Council

1 Nicholas Street, Suite 1400, Ottawa, ON K1N 7B7

Ph: (613) 724-6605

www.cpep-tvoc.ca

Mark Hubert, President & CEO; Moneesha Kalamder, Analyst, Market & Industry; Margo Ladouceur, Director, Egg Sectors; Nicolas Paillat, Director, Chicken and Turkey Primary Processing Sectors; Skyler Veazey, Director, Technical & Regulatory Affairs; Nik Zylstra, Director, Hatchery and Further Poultry Processing Sectors.

Canadian Poultry Research Council

21 Florence Street, Ottawa, ON K2P W6

Ph: (613) 714-4599

Fax: (613) 714-9885

Toll Free: (833) 888-1192 info@cp-rc.ca www.cp-rc.ca

Caroline Wilson, Executive Director; Board of Directors: Ray Nickel, Chair (CFC); Jeff Notenbomer, Vice Chair (CHEP); Dr. Helen Anne Hudson (EFC), Skyler Veazey (CPEP), Jelmer Wiersma (TFC), Rocky Dwyer, John Ross. Chicken Farmers of Canada

50 O’Connor St., Suite 1610, Ottawa, ON K1P 6L2

Ph: (613) 241-2800 www.chickenfarmers.ca www.producteursdepoulet.ca

Board of Directors: Tim Klompmaker, Chair, (ON); Nick de Graaf, 1st Vice-Chair, (NS); Ray Nickel, 2nd Vice-Chair, (BC); Luce Bélanger, Executive Member, (QC); Directors: Rob Van Dieman (AB), Tiffany Martinka (SK), Stuart Nikkel (MB), Rick Kaptein (ON), Marco Volpé (NB), Dean Good (PEI), Theresa Heffernan (NL), Yvan Brodeur (CPEP,CPP), Kerry Towle (CPEP,CPP) Don Killlimnik (CPEP, Poultry Further Processing), Paolo DiManno (Restaurants Canada)

Egg Farmers of Canada 21, rue Florence St., Ottawa, ON K2P 0W6

Ph: (613) 238-2514

Fax: (613) 238-1967 eggfarmers.ca / producteursdoeufs.ca

Board of Directors: Chair: Roger Pelissero; Chief Executive Officer: Drew Black; Directors: Beatrice Visser (AB), Walter Siemens (BC), Sandra Dyck (MB), Hans Kristensen (NB), Joseph R.W. Smallwood III (NL), Michael Wallington (NT), Glen Jennings (NS), Scott Brookshaw (ON), Tim Churchill (PE), Emmanuel Destrijker (QC), Regan Sloboshan (SK), Jacqueline Pease (Grader), Drew Corneil (Hatchery), Mike Vanderpol (Processor)

Central Experimental Farm 960 Carling Ave., Building 59, Ottawa, ON K1A 0C6

Toll Free: (855) 611-1165

aafc.fpcc-cpac.aac@agr.gc.ca www.fpcc-cpac.gc.ca

Pullet Growers of Canada 555, Roland-Therrien blvd., office 100, Longueuil (Quebec) J4H 3Y9 Tel: (450) 679-0530 ext. 8589 info.secretariat@epc-pgc.ca https://epc-pgc.ca/

Board of Directors: Chair: MarieJosée Forest; Vice-Chair: Alvin Brunsveld (ON); Treasurer: Kimberly Kelly (NB); Secretary: Jessica Morin (QC)

Turkey Farmers of Canada 7145 West Credit Ave., Bldg. 1, Suite 202, Mississauga, ON L5N 6J7 Ph: (905) 812-3140 Fax: (905) 812-9326 info@tfc-edc.ca www.turkeyfarmersofcanada.ca

Board of Directors: Darren Ference, Chair, (AB); Calvin McBain, Vice Chair, (QC); Jelma Wiersma, Executive Member (SK); Directors: Debbie Etsell (BC); Mike Reimer (MB), Matt Steele (ON), Hugo Therrien (NB), Michael de Graaf (NS), Doug Har (CPEPC) Michel Pépin (CPEPC), Adam Power (FPPAC)

Egg Farmers of Canada

Roger Pelissero, Chair, Egg Farmers of Canada, oversees the national egg supply, promotes egg consumption and develops standards for egg farming in Canada. This national organization represents more than 1,200 egg farmers and farm families in all ten provinces and the Northwest Territories, and works closely with egg boards, industry partners and government to ensure a thriving and sustainable egg farming sector.

Created in 1972 under the federal Farm Products Agencies Act, EFC works across the sector to ensure a vibrant and successful egg farming industry. The sector supports 18,500 jobs and contributes over $1.3 billion dollars to Canada’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

Under the leadership of Chair Roger Pelissero and with the dedication of its Board of Directors, EFC is focused on advancing a range of forward-looking priorities. These include:

Advancing sustainable agriculture

Canadian egg farmers have been farming sustainably for decades and many use renewable solar or wind energy to power their barns, smart technology for resource efficiency and new tools such as the National Environmental Sustainability and Technology Tool (NESTT) to plan for the future. This on-farm tool equips Canadian egg farmers to measure, monitor and manage their farm’s environmental footprint. Visit eggsustainability.ca to learn more.

EFC announced a commitment to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 as the next step in the Canadian egg farming industry’s sustainability journey. The commitment builds on five dec-

ades of work to embrace research, innovation and techniques that support sustainable agricultural practices.

Innovating through research

EFC’s robust research program funds a broad range of evidence-based research projects in areas of importance to the egg farming sector. More than 50 research projects are currently underway at universities and institutions across Canada, offering new insights on priority areas ranging from animal welfare, end of flock management and innovative uses of eggs. EFC also supports a multidisciplinary Research Chair Network focused on economics, poultry welfare, sustainability and public policy, in addition to a number of strategic research partnerships.

World-class production standards

Canadian egg farmers follow rigorous production standards under the national Animal Care Program (going 20 years strong and evolving along the way) and Start Clean-Stay Clean® food safety program to maintain their Egg Quality Assurance™ (EQA®) certification. This industry-wide initiative certifies Canadian eggs are produced according to consistent food safety and animal welfare standards. Visit eggquality.ca to learn more.

Nurturing future leaders

EFC is supporting the next generation of leaders, passing along knowledge and opportunities to young people and supporting women farmers through their national programs. These programs offer learning and development opportunities for young farmers aiming to grow knowledge and skills. Egg farmers can learn more by contacting their egg board.

Industry Snapshot

1. Audited data for 2023.

2. Audited data for 2023. Excludes inventory for eggs for processing.

Collaboration and communities

EFC’s social impact work is driven by a vision of a world where everyone can enjoy the nutritional benefits and high-quality protein found in eggs. Millions of eggs are donated every year in Canada and globally in partnership with Food Banks Canada, Breakfast Club of Canada, Heart for Africa and Canadian Food For Children. These partnerships are a testament to the power of the egg and the passion Canadian egg farmers demonstrate for giving back. To learn more visit eggfarmers.ca and sign up for their newsletter, and follow EFC on Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

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Chicken Farmers of Canada

Our Vision

Canadian chicken: Trusted. Preferred. Sustainable.

Our Mission

To lead and grow a trusted and sustainable Canadian chicken sector.

Our Board

Chicken Farmers of Canada (CFC) is guided by a 15-member Board of Directors, comprised of a farmer-director from each province, two processors, one further processor, and a representative from the foodservice sector. The Board provides leadership on the strategic direction of the Canadian chicken sector. As a result, CFC and its stakeholders work together on behalf of the sector, from farmer to consumer.

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Our Mandate

Chicken Farmers of Canada has two primary mandates. Our main responsibility is to ensure that our 2,800 farmers produce the right amount of fresh, safe, high-quality chicken to meet Canada’s needs. The sector operates under a risk management system known as supply management.

Under supply management, Chicken Farmers of Canada:

• Meets with farmers, processors, further processors and members of the foodservice sector from across the country every eight weeks to decide, based on market demand, just how much chicken to raise

• Monitors compliance with provincial quota allocations – making sure each province raises as much chicken as agreed upon

• Monitors the inter-provincial or market development trade of chicken

Our second responsibility is to represent the interests of chicken farmers and the Canadian chicken industry. Chicken Farmers of Canada plays a key role in coordinating, developing, implementing, and managing programs for Canada’s chicken farmers that demonstrate farmers’ commitment to sustainability excellence, on-farm food safety, and animal care, values which are embodied within the Raised by a Canadian Farmer brand. Through programs such as our Raised by a Canadian Farmer Sustainability Excellence, Raised by a Canadian Farmer On-Farm Food Safety Program, and Raised by a Canadian Farmer Animal Care Program, Chicken Farmers of Canada works closely with government partners and industry stakeholders to keep the sector innovative and responsive.

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Turkey Farmers of Canada

TFC represents over 510+ farmers across the country in our eight-member provinces, across Canada, the turkey industry generates $4.0 billion in economic activity annually and supports over 16,000 jobs across rural and urban centres. The turkey industry also contributes over $1.2 billion to Canada’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), generating approximately $400 million in annual farm sales.

Created in 1974 under the federal Farm Products Agencies Act, the Agency encourages cooperation throughout the Canadian turkey industry, promotes the consumption of turkey meat, and oversees the supply management system for turkey in Canada. TFC works with farmers, processors and further processors to determine anticipated market requirements, and it is the responsibility of TFC to set

Turkey Farmers of Canada Stats - 2023

production levels accordingly, in accordance with the Farm Products Agencies Act (FPAA) and the Federal-Provincial Agreement for the Marketing of Turkey in Canada (FPA). In that capacity, TFC represents the interests of Canadian turkey farmers and of the sector generally, in collaboration with downstream stakeholders.

The year 2024 marks the 50th anniver-

sary of TFC, established on February 14, 1974, under the provisions of the Farm Products Agencies Act through Parliamentary Proclamation.

We thank all turkey farmers, provincial boards, partners across the supply chain, elected officials, and many others that have brought us to this significant milestone.

Turkey Farmers of Canada

is underway with a fully integrated campaign called THINK TURKEY to raise awareness of the benefits of turkey and to increase turkey consumption across Canada. Recipes can be found at canadianturkey.ca/featured-recipes. Recipe videos can be found at canadianturkey.ca/videos. Sign up for the Canadian Turkey™ monthly e-Newsletter at canadianturkey.ca/e-newsletter/.

AGRO-DESIGN constructs all poultry-related facilities as well as out buildings for equipment, etc. We offer custom designs complete with engineering services, if required. Our past clientele are people who require a solid building construction with attention to the finer details that truly make a functional and attractive building.

AVI-AIR is a leading manufacturer of air to air heat exchangers for poultry farm buildings since 2016. As a manufacturer concerned about the environment and energy savings, our most important objectives are to reduce total energy cost, increase profitability and improve poultry welfare with heat exchanger ventilation. Avi-air offers the high efficiency ECI permanent magnet synchronous motor equipped with an integrated electronic drive in its units. This technology reduces the electricity consumption of variable speed ventilators.

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AVIAGEN Since 1923, Aviagen® has been recognized as a preferred global poultry breeding company. Its mission is “Breeding Success Together” with its valued customers, supporting global chicken producers in their endeavor to supply sustainable, affordable and nutritious protein to communities worldwide. Committed to driving positive change in the poultry industry, Aviagen implements efficiencies that not only make commercial chicken production environmentally and socially responsible, but also economically beneficial to producers. Their holistic approach focuses on simultaneously enhancing bird performance, health and welfare, while ensuring food safety and security by upholding the highest biosecurity standards. For more information, please visit Aviagen.com.

Al Sakalauskas

BC EGG MARKETING BOARD On November 1, 2023, the BC Provincial Government appointed Al Sakalauskas, BSc, MSc, as BC Egg’s new Board Chair. Al is familiar to many egg producers as he was the Executive Director of BC Egg from 2007 to 2015. Al has had a long career in both the agricultural industry and with the BC Government. For the past seven years, Al was with the BC Farm Industry Review Board (FIRB). His last position with FIRB was as Vice Chair. Al also served as an Assistant Deputy Minister for the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Agriculture.

Al got both his Bachelor’s of Science and Master’s of Agricultural Science degrees from the University of British Columbia. As fate would have it, Al’s first job after graduation was working for the poultry sector in Abbotsford. BC Egg is happy to welcome Al back to Abbotsford and the poultry sector.

BC FARM & RANCH REALTY was founded in 1999 and is BC’s only real estate firm dedicated to exclusively serving the needs of BC Farmers, both large and small. Proud to be a locally owned and operated business since it’s inception with Realtors® who come from farming backgrounds! They have the knowledge, experience, and Industry contacts to give their customers a competitive advantage. When you list your property with a BC Farm & Ranch Realty agent you get a Team of Ag only realtors with over 200 years of combined experience buying and selling farms! A proven track record with Billions in sales, check us out at www.bcfarmandranch.com.

BIG DUTCHMAN Big Dutchman has been the worldwide leader in providing innovative equipment to farms since 1938. We offer practical, economical, and environmentally-friendly solutions geared to farmers’ future needs. This includes egg production systems with nests, modern egg collection, and manure-handling technology. Our automatic feeding systems and well-known feed pans for broilers, breeders, and turkeys have been sold successfully all over the world. We also carry state-of-the-art housing and ventilation concepts with a complete line of controls and management software to control production. Big Dutchman has a large network of sales representatives and distributors that are nearby and ready to assist with your needs. Find one by visiting www.bigdutchmanusa.com.

Harold Bundy

BRAEMAR BUILDING SYSTEMS LTD.

Harold has been with Braemar since 1986 and is familiar with all facets of the operation. He started on the construction side, moved to sales in 1996 and was appointed Sales Manager in 1998. Drawing on his experience in renovation and construction of farm buildings, Harold works diligently to ensure that customers receive quality products, outstanding customer service and competitive pricing. Call: 1-800-215-1996.

CEVA ANIMAL HEALTH offers an extensive range of vaccine solutions for the prevention of major diseases such as Coccidiosis, Marek’s, Rispens, Infectious Bursal Disease (IBD), Infectious Laryngotracheitis, Fowl Pox, Avian Encephalomyelitis and others, including custom (autogenous) vaccines. The process of vaccination requires a holistic approach from the most advanced science in development of innovative vaccines, to epidemiology, immunology, public health approaches in the practical implementation at the hatchery and in the field, with customized diagnostics, vaccination and monitoring programs, staff training, vaccination equipment and veterinary services. Ceva Animal Health is proud to offer our expertise, services and products in support of the Canadian poultry industry. Contact Ceva Animal Health Canada with any questions or information requests.

Tim Klompmaker, Chair

CHICKEN FARMERS OF CANADA

Hailing from Norwood, Ontario, Tim started farming in 1984, along with his wife Annette and their three sons. He is a third-generation chicken farmer with the fourth generation already in place and running chicken farms of their own. Tim served as a District Committee Representative for Chicken Farmers of Ontario (CFO) before being elected to the Ontario Board in 2010. He was CFC’s Ontario Alternate from 2012-2013, acted as liaison with the National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC), and served as 2nd Vice-Chair of CFO. Tim was elected to the Chicken Farmers of Canada Board in 2017.

CHORE-TIME Chore-Time continues its tradition established in 1952 of leadership in the design, manufacture and marketing of equipment for poultry and egg production. With complete end-to-end systems for feeding, feed handling, drinking, egg handling, climate control and house management, Chore-Time is a market leader known for product performance, tailored solutions and a proven independent distribution network. Part of the CTB, Inc. family of companies, Chore-Time now offers a complete line of nests and aviaries for cage-free production. Chore-Time operates globally from facilities in Indiana, Alabama, the Netherlands, Poland and Thailand. For more information or to find your local distributor, see www.choretime.com. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.

CORE CALCIUM AND SHELL PRODUCTS has been the leader in supplying Quality Shell Products to the Poultry and Feed industry for many years. Still located in Mobile, Alabama, the Sales and Management is headed by Ronnie McDonough. Ronnie has over 30 years’ experience in the business with the former Oyster Shell Products Company who owned plants in Baltimore, Maryland and Houston, Texas as well as Mobile. Core Calcium and Shell Products has carried on the process of production closely following the popular Pilot Brand Shell. Our current Coastal Brand Shell is also known as the Organic Choice. With the price of eggs today, Coastal Brand Shell as your Calcium source is more important than ever as any breakage at all can be very expensive. We have new facilities, which opened several years ago, and are looking for suppliers in areas including Western Canada. We have warehouse space, bagging, barge and ship loading and offloading capabilities at our private Port terminal in Mobile AL. with 38 feet of depth. For more information contact us toll free at 1-877-679-1399.

COUNTY LINE EQUIPMENT LTD. We are a leading supplier for all aspects of poultry production equipment. Founded in 1998 CountyLine has steadily grown based on a foundation of excellent products and service. We have locations in Listowel, and Woodstock (Hickson), Ontario where we house over 30,000 square feet of parts as well as components for new systems including feeding, watering, housing (cages and nests), lighting, heating, ventilation, and the latest in controller technology. Our experienced staff can assist with design and consultation of new projects as well as renovations. We take pride in our service department, which is fully staffed with licensed electricians and gasfitters, and we offer 24-hour service. Contact us today to learn more about our product lines or for help on your next project. Visit www.county-line.ca or by phone 1-800-463-7622.

ECODRUM COMPOSTER, a recognized leader in handling poultry mortality. Our company started in Canada, over 18 years ago and now has clients all over the world. We are the only plastic drum, ensuring longevity and durability with a patented control system that makes management of your flock and composting, simplified. We have multiple sizes, and are knowledgeable, our email address: www.ecodrumcomposters.com, please contact us 479-343-2540 for the general office or Byron Irwin, 701-446-6139. Canadian Representative is Yusuf Celik, 613-791-4113.

EGG FARMERS OF ALBERTA Established in 1968, Egg Farmers of Alberta (EFA) represents Alberta’s 170+ registered egg farmers and works in close partnership with the Egg Farmers of Canada (EFC), to provide Albertans with a stable supply of fresh, high quality, locally produced eggs and egg products.

Roger Pelissero, Chair

EGG FARMERS OF CANADA Roger Pelissero is the Chair of the Egg Farmers of Canada Board of Directors. A third generation egg farmer from Ontario, he is an advocate for farmers and a champion of agriculture. Roger is a long-time member of the Egg Farmers of Ontario Board of Directors and serves on the Egg Industry Center Board of Advisors at Iowa State University. He is highly engaged internationally as an Office Holder and member of the Executive Committee of the International Egg Commission (IEC). He is also a contributor to the IEC Environmental Sustainability Expert Group. Roger has been farming with his family and wife Lorrie since 1984.

EGG FARMERS OF NEW BRUNSWICK (EFNB) Established in December 1972, Egg Farmers of New Brunswick represents the 15 egg farmers and farm families in New Brunswick. With a Board of Directors consisting of 5 members and an office staff of 4, EFNB aims to be the voice of New Brunswick egg farmers in ensuring the ethical production and delivery of quality egg products within a stable and equitable system that is beneficial to both consumers and farmers. EFNB is not a government organization, but a private, not-forprofit organization financed and controlled by and for egg producers in the province.

Jeff Clarke, Chair

EGG FARMERS OF NOVA SCOTIA Jeff Clarke is the Chair for the Board of Directors at Egg Farmers of Nova Scotia, the organization that represents the province’s licensed egg and pullet farmers. As a fifth-generation farmer of Southview Farms, Jeff’s dedication and knowledge in egg and pullet production is an asset to the industry. Southview Farms is a family farm located in beautiful Annapolis Valley and is home to Jeff, his wife Kelly, and their three children.

Scott Helps, Chair

EGG FARMERS OF ONTARIO Scott Helps is Chair of Egg Farmers of Ontario (EFO) which is an independent, self-governing association funded entirely by egg and pullet farmers. Elected as Chair of EFO’s Board in April 2020, Scott served as Vice Chair from 2015 to 2020 and as Board Director for Zone 1 from 2012 to the present. As Zone 1 Director, Scott represents farmers in the Counties of Essex, Kent and Lambton. EFO’s Chair serves as the ex-officio on all board committees including Executive, Egg Industry Advisory, Production Management, Finance, Pullet and Public Affairs.

ENERGY SOLUTIONS AIR With over ten years of experience, Energy Solutions Air is an innovative Canadian company specializing in heat exchangers for livestock buildings. Our heat exchangers are designed and built to perform in livestock conditions, significantly reducing heating costs and improving air quality by lowering humidity and ammonia levels. Our solutions help farmers increase the profitability of their buildings while promoting the well-being of both farmers and animals. Trust Energy Solutions Air for cutting-edge, reliable, and sustainable products that enhance the efficiency and environmental standards of your livestock operations.

EXACON INC. Is your “ONE SOURCE” provider for ventilation in the Canadian Agricultural (poultry, hog, dairy), Commercial, Industrial, and Greenhouse markets. We provide leading edge, high quality products to meet your heating, cooling, feeding and air filtering needs.

BEST BRANDS: Agrifan, Multifan, Farmquest, Genius iTouch controls, Varifan, Recov-Aire and AVI-Air heat recovery, TPI inlets, Better Air, J&D, LB White heaters, Solarwall, Crystal Spring feeders and Multiheat hot water heaters. Contact Exacon to find a dealer today. 866-335-1431, sales@exacon.ca www.exaconinc.ca

G.C. DUKE EQUIPMENT LTD, established in 1948, is a leading supplier of premium grounds maintenance equipment and golf cars. Catering to golf courses, agriculture, sports fields, parks, municipalities, dealers and rental stores across Canada, the company offers an extensive range of top-tier machinery including mowers, aerators, blowers, plows and utility vehicles from renowned brands like E-Z-GO, Buffalo Turbine, Cushman, Ryan, Barreto, Steiner, and Bobcat. Committed to innovation and superior performance, the company continually updates its product offering with the latest technology to ensure they are only supplying the best equipment to their customers. As a trusted partner in the industry, G.C. Duke Equipment Ltd remains dedicated to enhancing its customers performance, productivity and efficiency. Visit gcduke.com for more information.

GLASS-PAC Glass-Pac designs and manufactures Livestock Ventilation and Heating systems including our fiberglass exhaust fans and air inlet systems manufactured in St.Jacobs.

We also distribute quality lines of poultry products from ROXELL - feeding systems, LUBING - drinking systems, FANCOM - ventilation controls, feed weighing/blending systems, live bird weighing systems, HIRED-HAND - super saver heaters, BRANT RADIANT tube heaters and DELTA TUBE hot water heating.

Glass-Pac also offers VAN GENT breeder nesting systems and SALMET aviary and enriched cage systems.

Our products are sold direct to end users with full design, installation, training and support made available.

GRAND VALLEY FORTIFIERS Our company empowers farmers to produce meat, milk and eggs profitably and sustainably for the advancement of human lives, nutrition and health. Contact us at 1-877-625-4400 or visit us at www.grandvalley.com

Advanced Animal Nutrition for Improved Human Health Canadian Family Owned | EST. 1960

HELLMANN POULTRY offers a wide range of products for egg producers, including traditional, enrichable and fully enriched systems, as well as alternative cage-free aviary systems for pullets and layers. Thanks to a choice of multiple tier heights and depths, Hellmann housing systems can be individually adapted to meet customer needs.

Additionally, Hellmann housing systems can be equipped with egg elevator or egg lift collection systems. Through its nationwide distributor network, Hellmann provides reliable service and support to its customers. For more information on Hellmann Poultry GmbH, visit www.hellmannpoultry.com or call our toll free number 1-800-894-4082.

HOG SLAT/GEORGIA POULTRY For more than 50 years, Hog Slat has been North America’s leader in providing producers with cost-effective production equipment. From our location in Mitchell, ON, we stock and service a full line of poultry products, including LB White heaters, Cumberland drinkers, Dosatron medicators, and Hellmann nesting equipment as well as Hog Slat’s exclusive GrowerSELECT ventilation and feeding equipment. Hog Slat engineers, manufacturers, and distributes GrowerSELECT products directly to farmers to ensure the best possible price to the end user. The GrowerSELECT ventilation lineup consists of AirStorm fiberglass fans, Windstorm circulation fans, curtain and inlet controllers, tunnel doors, and ceiling inlets. Hog Slat bulk bins and flexible augers complete the feed system highlighted by our Classic Flood, Classic Pullet, and Adult Turkey pan feeders. Give us a call today at 519/348-8483 for a quote on your next new or remodeling project.

JENI MOBILE WASH We have been a dedicated partner to the poultry industry in Ontario since 1986. We specialize in providing top quality barn washing and disinfecting services, operating out of locations in Fergus and Monkton. Our commitment to biosecurity is an integral part of our service to you. We have welltrained crews and a large fleet of trucks, so you can always count on us for your cleaning needs. www.jenimobile.com | info@jenimobile.com Fergus office: 1-800-361-3637 or 519-843-2672 Monkton office: 1-877-325-8843 or 519-347-2341.

KAISER AG is excited to offer our KPS (Kaiser Poultry Systems) line of poultry housing equipment. We are a Canadian based full service poultry equipment manufacturing, designing and servicing company. We offer equipment for all styles of systems; freerun, free-range, organic, enriched and pullet. We can also customize the design of your equipment! KPS also sells and services Völker egg packing equipment, Stienen BE ventilation and control equipment, Ovoconcept egg packing robots, and Dacs exhaust fans. For more information please see our website www.kaiserpoultry.com

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LES EQUIPEMENTS AVIPOR LTEE A family business established in 1982 and notable supplier of poultry equipment. Built to the highest quality and engineering standards for unmatched reliability. Our priority has and always will be the improvement of the working conditions for our customers as well as their livestock.

We provide sales and services across Canada. Contact us at 800-265-6222 or via e-mail: info@avipor.com Check us out at www.avipor.com

LUBING With more than 75 years of experience developing innovative products for poultry producers worldwide, Lubing has established a reputation as one of the most technologically advanced companies in the poultry industry. Our concentrated efforts in developing new technologies for nipple drinking systems, egg conveying systems, high pressure fogging systems and evaporative cooling systems have allowed us to specialize our knowledge and produce the most innovative products in the marketplace. For information on our cutting-edge poultry products, please call 423-709-1000, use our toll-free fax line 1-866-2893237, write to info@lubingusa.com or visit www. lubingusa.com

MANITOBA CHICKEN PRODUCERS PURPOSE STATEMENT

To advocate for the sustainability of our farmers and provide healthy, safe, and nutritious chicken to all communities.

MELLER POULTRY EQUIPMENT INC has distributed and serviced poultry equipment throughout Ontario for over 40 years. Meller Poultry offers VDL Jansen nesting, enriched and aviary systems and VOL Agrotech feeding and water systems for breeders, broilers, layers, and pullets. Meller Poultry also offers machines from Kletec and Sanovo for automatic processing of consumption and hatching eggs. Contact us at: 519-587-2667 or mellerpoultry@gmail.com Visit our website at www.mellerpoultry.ca

NEOGEN is the single source for all your biosecurity needs. From cleaners and disinfectants to water treatment products, from Prima syringes to rodenticides and insecticides, Neogen provides poultry producers with the tools they need to prevent the onset of infectious disease. Our Synergize Disinfectant has been an industry standard for almost twenty years, and our newest addition, Neogen Viroxide Super (NVS), is a high-powered, dry, oxidizing disinfectant proven effective against HPAI and a broad spectrum of poultry specific disease. We also manufacture a complete line of phosphate-free detergents (EVO), designed for hatchery use.

Serving the poultry industry since 2004 Contact us at 877-944-2697 www.neogen.com

Martin Kanehl SPECHT-CANADA sells German-manufactured Specht laying, pullet, breeder, aviary cages and floor nest systems. Our cages are of high quality and animal-welfare friendly. We can customize to suit our client’s needs, with options available for egg gathering, manure drying and ventilation. Specht-Canada supplies equipment for broiler, breeders, turkey and duck barns. Installation and ongoing service by trained personnel. Contact us at martin@spechtcanada.com

TURKEY FARMERS OF CANADA TFC represents over 510+ farmers across the country in our eight-member provinces, across Canada, the turkey industry generates $4.0 billion in economic activity annually and supports over 16,000 jobs across rural and urban centres. The turkey industry also contributes over $1.2 billion to Canada’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), generating approximately $400 million in annual farm sales.

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TURKEY FARMERS OF ONTARIO is a farmer-led organization that promotes animal care and an efficient innovative marketing system for the industry to make turkey a healthy and regular choice for Canadian consumers. Located in Kitchener, Ontario, the organization represents approximately 150 turkey farmers across the province. We are proud of this producer-run, producer-funded organization that has been achieving success in the turkey industry for over 50 years. For more information visit turkeyfarmers.on.ca.

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Barn Spotlight

Mykalb Broilers Ltd.

Location

Langley, B.C.

Sector Broilers

The business

Mykalb Broilers Ltd. is run by Brian Mykle and his wife, Mirella. The farm, originally established by his grandfather in 1958, was relocated in 2011 due to residential expansion. Today, the farm operates two state-of-the-art barns, each housing approximately 50,000 birds, with a total quota of 100,000 birds per cycle.

The need

In recent years, Mykle recognized the necessity for upgrades. The hotter, longer summers in B.C. posed challenges, requiring better temperature control and improved ventilation. Additionally, maintaining consistent water pressure and quality became increasingly difficult.

The upgrades

Working with United Agri Systems, Mykle installed several innovative systems. The farm now features advanced heat exchangers and cooling pads. “The heat exchangers have been a game-changer,” Mykle says. “We’ve seen a 50 to 60 per cent reduction in gas consumption and improved bird health due to better humidity control.” He anticipates up to 80 per cent natural gas reduction in the winter months. The cooling pads combat heat stress. “These pads are crucial for maintaining a stable temperature within the barns,” he notes. Next on his list is a water-on-demand system to ensure constant water pressure and automated flushing for clean, fresh water, enhancing bird health.

Advanced heat exchangers at Mykalb Broilers Ltd. reduce gas consumption and improve barn humidity.

The third-generation poultry farm is owned and operated by Brian and Mirella Mykle.

Newly installed cooling pads help maintain optimal temperatures during hot summers.

The large eco units help achieve better feed conversions and overall bird health.

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