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The feather sector in Manitoba could be facing the arrival of high-path avian influenza as migratory birds from hot zones to the south touch down in the province.
News, Poultry

Poultry sector in the line of fire

Experts concerned that migratory birds from the U.S. might bring Manitoba’s first brush with highly pathogenic avian flu in 12 years

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The province’s chief veterinary authority is watching this year’s arrival of migratory birds with a wary eye. This year, it worries, those birds may come with a side order of highly pathogenic avian flu (H5N1). As of March 31, the U.S. Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) had confirmed avian influenza at 95 farm sites,
The geography of the Pembina Valley at Holo Crossing makes it prime raptor-counting territory.
Farmit Manitoba, Other

Spend a day at a hawk watch in the Pembina Valley

There are few places better than Holo Crossing to see raptors in migration

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With the arrival of warmer weather, it’s time for the annual spring ‘Hawk Watch’ in the Pembina Valley southwest of Morden. This region, also known as ‘Raptor Highway,’ is where birdwatchers gather each spring to watch hawks, eagles and vultures as they soar above the valley on their migration north. Avid birders count and record
A great horned owl perches on a tree branch.
Farmit Manitoba, Other

Forget Super Bowl Day let’s talk Superb Owl Day

Manitoba has an abundance of owl species, especially in the winter months

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Recently someone suggested a single letter change in a news headline. For those more interested in outside activities than watching American football, move a single letter and it becomes ‘Superb Owl Day.’ Manitoba has a variety of owls that both birders and non-birders might enjoy viewing. (And if February 13 is already past, don’t worry;
“It’s an indication that there’s probably more in the province than we are aware of, and I suppose that we’re less hopeful that we’re going to stop it.” – Ian Thorleifson, Manitoba Elk Growers Association president.
Livestock, News

Elk producers say CWD span concerning

Producers say the province is on the right track with efforts to contain CWD, but another case far to the south has dimmed optimism

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Manitoba’s elk producers say they’re generally happy with measures to control chronic wasting disease (CWD) following a second case in wild mule deer earlier this month, although they say the geographic spread of cases is cause for concern. “We are impressed and pleased with the vigour and aggressiveness of (the province’s) actions and I certainly
Human-to-deer and deer-to-deer transmission is believed to be driving the rapid spread of the disease within white-tailed deer populations.
Comment, Op/Ed, Other

Comment: White-tailed deer found to be huge reservoir of coronavirus infection

High number of variants suggests many human-deer interactions

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New research from the U.S. has shown that white-tailed deer are being infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 in humans. Antibodies were found in 40 per cent of deer that were tested from January to March 2021 across Michigan, Pennsylvania, Illinois and New York state. A second unpublished study has detected the virus
Elk farmers not surprised by CWD finding
Farmit Manitoba, News

Elk farmers not surprised by CWD finding

Producers say the province was on borrowed time, given the number of mule deer coming in from Saskatchewan

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Manitoba’s elk producers aren’t surprised that the province has seen its first case of chronic wasting disease (CWD). With an increasing population of mule deer spreading east from Saskatchewan, they say it was bound to happen. The province announced Manitoba’s first CWD case Nov. 1, found in a visibly sick male mule deer euthanized near
Northern pintail ducks in flight.
News

Getting their ducks in a row — of winter wheat

Coalition hopes a new winter wheat ecolabel will boost the grain’s profile and market share

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A new Habitat-friendly winter wheat ecolabel program aims to boost the profile of winter wheat as the crop provides crucial habitat for a declining species of duck — the northern pintail. “(Northern pintail) ducks that nest in winter wheat are 24 times more successful than those that choose to nest in spring-sown cereals,” said Karli
Predation numbers dip in Manitoba
Livestock, News

Predation numbers dip in Manitoba

Predation claims have seen a slight drop so far this year

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It may have been a lean year for grazers, but that has not translated into a spike in predation, according to insurance numbers. The Manitoba Agricultural Service Corporation (MASC) has actually seen slightly fewer predation claims to date than last year. As of Oct. 25, a total 1,310 claims had been reported, compared to 1,494 as
Respondents to a survey launched in 2020 saw coyotes account for over 62 per cent of cases of livestock predation.
Livestock, News

Livestock predation solutions hit proving ground

The Livestock Predation Prevention Project is still looking for takers to test out predation solutions

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There are few solid take-aways yet, but the Livestock Predation Prevention Project (LPPP) — a joint initiative between government and industry to get a more deliberate handle on predation management — has officially hit the pasture. Potential solutions, such as specialized fencing, are being put to the test on multiple farms across Manitoba, project lead

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