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Meat from cloned animals sparks debate

Is a cloned cow any different from a conventionally conceived cow when it comes to meat? Canadian officials suggest not

Health Canada says meat from healthy cloned animals is no different than that from sexually reproduced animals and there are no health concerns with consuming meat from a cloned animal. It also says a main aspect of cloning animals is to “enhance the propagation of unique, high-value animals.”

Animal Nutrition Association of Canada executive director Melissa Dumont speaks at the ANAC’s annual conference in Winnipeg in May.

New feed rules may impact on-farm mills

FEED | Long-promised feed rule changes may require more vigilance from farms with their own mills

The feed industry operates a quality assurance program called FeedAssure, which some farms have joined. With new national feed regulations expected in 2024, farmers should check for updated requirements in FeedAssure and ensure they are in compliance with the law.








The standards of care for outdoor dogs were re-evaluated after enforcement data and public and stakeholder concerns indicated outdoor dogs face specific welfare and safety challenges.

PAWS regulations updated for dogs

New standards of care for outdoor dogs come into effect July 1

Owners of outdoor and Livestock Guardian Dogs (LGDs) have more to keep track of this summer.  The Provincial Animal Welfare Services Act (PAWS) has updated standards of care for outdoor […] Read more