A change to Alberta's on-farm slaughter program has producers wondering what comes next

A change to Alberta's on-farm slaughter program has producers wondering what comes next

The Alberta government made changes to the on-farm slaughter program earlier this month. But then reversed those changes after complaints Mark Connolly spoke to an Alberta producer.

Alberta Hits Pause on Changes to On-Farm Slaughter Program Amid Producer Concerns

Alberta (Rural Roots Canada) – The Alberta government is hitting pause on recent changes to its On-Farm Slaughter Program (OFSO) following concerns raised by producers about the impact on their operations. The changes, which took effect July 2, will be suspended to allow further consultation with licensed operators. The government said it wants to ensure the long-term viability of producers while maintaining food safety and animal welfare standa…