Govt invests in western Canadian poultry sector
An initiative that will result in new commercial opportunities for Western Canada’s poultry industry has been announced by the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, along with Blake Richards, Member of Parliament for Wild Rose.
“Our Government is committed to ensuring that Western Canada’s agricultural sector has the resources and opportunities to succeed in the global economy and continue creating jobs for Canadians,” said Minister Rempel. “We are proud to invest in new technologies that strengthen the productivity and international competitiveness of the western Canadian poultry industry.”
The federal investment of $2.6 million through Western Economic Diversification Canada, combined with support from the Alberta Livestock and Meat Agency and industry, will enable the Institute for Applied Poultry Technologies to purchase and install specialised equipment needed to establish and operate a technology innovation and commercialisation centre.
This centre will develop, produce and commercialise vaccines and other health-related products. It will also provide western Canadian poultry producers enhanced access to advanced diagnostic services, vaccine development and production capabilities.
“In addition to being a sound industry, government and academia partner, the Institute will help address consumer demands for enhanced food safety, and value-added, hormone-free poultry products, leading to increased consumer confidence in our food supply,” said Gordon Cove, ALMA President and CEO.
“The Institute for Applied Poultry Technologies is focused on developing technical solutions and products for the Canadian and global poultry industries,” said Dr. Tom Inglis, President of the Institute’s Board. “By working with an integrated team of scientists, veterinarians, industry experts, producers and the manufacturing sector, the Institute will be an incubator for the development of commercial products, tests and applied science. Together we will help to secure a competitive advantage for Western Canada’s poultry industry.”
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