The_Chicken_Squad_-_FAQ_Related_to_Antibiotic_Used_in_Chicken_Farm.pdf

A chicken farmer’s main goal is to keep his chickens comfortable and healthy because that’s the best way to deliver a nutritious, tasty product. That’s why, There’s been growing attention around the use of antibiotics in agriculture. Have a look at the Antibiotic faqs: http://chickensquad.ca/articles/antibiotics/

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1. The Chicken Squad - FAQ Related to Antibiotic Used at Chicken Farm A Fictional Agency Inspired By The Real Team Of Provincial Inspectors
2. Antibiotics in Chicken Farming • A chicken farmer’s main goal is to keep his chickens comfortable and healthy because that’s the best way to deliver a nutritious, tasty product. • That’s why, There’s been growing attention around the use of antibiotics in agriculture. • Restaurants, processors and retailers are offering more choices to British Columbians regarding their meals. • Here are some answers for commonly asked questions. FAQs
3. • For the same reason humans use antibiotics. Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections. • In poultry, antibiotics are used for the treatment and prevention of disease. • They play an important role in ensuring the health and welfare of poultry, as well as ensuring a safe product for consumers. Why Are Antibiotic Being Used? Read More…
4. How Are Antibiotic Used? Read More… • Antibiotics are delivered via chicken feed. • Careful records are kept of all antibiotics usage and farmers are required to report all antibiotic usage on a "flock report" before processing. • Flock reports are reviewed by Canadian Food Inspection Agency veterinarians to to verify antibiotics were used appropriately and withdrawal periods have been adhered to. • Any product failing this investigation is not allowed on the market.
5. • No. The use of antibiotics in animals is regulated by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). • If antibiotics are used, farmers must comply with a withdrawal period, meaning farmers wait until the antibiotics have left the chicken before processing the birds. • Testing has revealed no significant residue levels in over a decade. Read More… Am I Eating Antibiotics While Eating Chicken?
6. What is Antibiotic Resistance? • Resistance is when bacteria stop responding, or don't respond as well to antibiotics. • It's a naturally occurring phenomenon caused by any antibiotic use, in humans or in animals. Antibiotic resistance means that a greater number of illnesses are becoming hard to treat. • The responsibility of resistance issues is shared with both human and animal medicine. Read More…
7. Reach US City: Abbotsford State: British Columbia Country: Canada Pin Code: V2T 4J2 Website: http://chickensquad.ca