The Saskatchewan livestock sector is now supported through The Animal Production Act. The new act governs animal production in Saskatchewan including domestic game farming, fur farming, wild boar farming (new addition), domestic meat inspection, milk compositional standards, livestock inspection and transportation, animal identifiers, premises identification, stray animals (livestock specific), animal keeper’s liens and livestock dealer licensing.
“These changes are a positive step toward modernizing and streamlining regulatory processes for our producers,” Agriculture Minister David Marit said. “Removing barriers helps this sector continue to grow and thrive.”
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[Source: National Hog Farmer 19 July 2024]