The right cleaning products work without harming animals, equipment or the environment. With heightened awareness about cleanliness in midst of the COVID-19 outbreak, Ontario farmers have been as vigilant as every other resident and business in keeping their operations clean. But when it comes to farms, there are different — and more widespread — risks. This is, after all, our …
Pets of people with COVID-19: What to do if the owner can’t care for them?
COVID-19 is to keep them in the home with the owner. However, what do we do with someone’s pet if they have to be admitted to the hospital and they live alone? Someone needs to take care of the pet. But who, and how? That’s a contentious topic. The risk posed by that pet to someone outside the household isn’t …
Guidance to Meat Slaughter and Processing Establishments on Prevention and Response to Suspect and Confirmed COVID-19 Plant Employees
Effective Date This guidance takes effect on March 31, 2020. Introduction The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is dedicated to safeguarding food, animals and plants, which enhances the health and well-being of Canada’s people, environment and economy. The CFIA will continue to deliver critical services that serve to preserve the integrity of Canada’s food safety system while safeguarding its animal and …