Protesters Oppose BC Ostrich Cull Amid Bird Flu Concerns
Sunday, May 18, 2025, 6:20 pm
In southeastern British Columbia, authorities have ordered a mass cull of ostriches amid fears of avian flu, prompting protesters to set up prolonged campsite protests at the affected farm. Despite regional objections over carcass disposal, the CFIA remains steadfast in its decision, intensifying local tensions and bureaucratic debates.
The ostriches were ordered culled after avian flu was found on the farm
Protesters who have been camping at a British Columbia ostrich farm that's been ordered to kill its entire flock because of bird flu say they're preparing to stay longer.
NAKUSP - Protesters who have been camping this weekend at a British Columbia ostrich farm that's been ordered to kill its entire flock because of bird flu say they're preparing to stay longer.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) says it is going ahead with a cull of nearly 400 ostriches living in southeastern B.C. over fears of avian flu.
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