YOUR PERSPECTIVE: Protecting farms from animal disease

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We’re also providing farmers with the training and equipment they need to respond to outbreaks, and we will continue working closely with B.C. farmers and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency on enhanced prevention and preparedness measures to protect livestock and poultry flocks.

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It is important that B.C. has a resilient food supply that can withstand challenges such as animal disease. This funding will also support business planning so that farmers can react promptly and resume normal operations quickly after an outbreak. Resiliency also requires preparing for the unknown, and that’s why we are investing in research so we can predict and respond to future animal disease threats.

Protecting our farmers’ ability to produce food is important to all of us in British Columbia. To have a strong and resilient economy we need a strong and resilient farming sector. Farmers and producers need to know that the B.C. government has their back, especially in the face of challenges. By working together, we can ensure a stronger farming sector that protects food security for all British Columbians.

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Editor’s Note: This opinion piece reflects the views of its author, and does not necessarily represent the views of Fraser Valley Today or Pattison Media.