Farmer Resource Portal

Welcome to Chicken Farmers of Canada’s farmer resource portal. The information and resources here are applicable to both reduced antimicrobial use and pathogen reduction. Use the search bar to find what you’re looking for, browse by topic, or look through the various pages to find articles of interest. We will be adding content to this portal regularly and hope that you find it useful. If there are any other topics you’d like us to cover, let us know by emailing communications@chicken.ca.

Physical barriers – photo library

The Raised by a Canadian Farmer On-Farm Food Safety Program has been amended to require physical barriers at the barn entry. Here are some examples to consider how different farmers have incorporated a physical barrier into their entrance rooms.

AMU Strategy

Click here for more info on CFC’s strategy – what it is and why we have one – along with examples of the consumer education materials we’ve developed and links to other websites with useful production resources.

Brooding

Check out this section for articles and information related to best management practices during this critical period in a birds’ life.

Feed and Water Management

These are the fundamentals of chicken farming and this section highlights the key aspects to getting it right.

Necrotic Enteritis and Coccidiosis

This section includes information about these two very common illnesses in broilers, including what to look for and how to prevent them.

Flock and Environmental Monitoring

This section has information related to all aspects of environmental management (lighting, stocking density, ventilation, air quality, etc.) as well as important consideration for flock monitoring.

Pathogen Reduction and Biosecurity

From controlling pests to reducing the risk of Salmonella, this section has information and resources all about reducing pathogens on the farm.

Take Pride!

Your work strengthens the Raised by a Canadian Farmer brand!