https://www.thecountersignal.com/p/cattle-farmers-say-no-to-digital
By Cosmin Dzsurdzsa
Canada’s cattle industry is pushing back against new federal livestock tracking rules, warning they could pave the way for an expansive digital identification system with serious consequences for farmers.
In a statement released on Monday, the Canadian Cattle Association said it does not support the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s proposed amendments to livestock traceability regulations.
“After extensive producer engagement and input from provincial beef organizations, the Canadian Cattle Association does not support proceeding with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s currently proposed amendments to Part XV of the Health of Animals Regulations (Identification and Traceability),” a statement by the group reads.
While the group reaffirmed that traceability plays an important role in disease control and maintaining export markets, it argued that the current plan goes too far and lacks sufficient industry backing.
