Government takes steps to further protect aquatic animal resources, Canada

Canada has further strengthened its ability to protect aquatic animal health and ensure the aquatic animal industry remains strong. New regulations require all suspected or confirmed cases of serious aquatic animal diseases to be reported the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). The CFIA has amended the Reportable Diseases Regulations to include 20 diseases that pose serious risks to aquatic animal health, international trade, and the economy.

"These amendments underscore the Government of Canada's commitment to protecting our thriving aquaculture industry, which provides consumers around the world with top-quality seafood," said Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz. "Canada is now better positioned to act quickly when serious aquatic animal diseases are detected."

"Fishers and seafood processors are a vital part of communities across Canada," said Fisheries and Oceans Minister Gail Shea. "Protecting Canada's aquatic resources remains a top priority for this Government, and I'm pleased with the cooperation among all parties to implement these important regulatory changes." Read more...

This blog is written by Martin Little The Aquaculturists, published and supported by the International Aquafeed Magazine from Perendale Publishers.