CFIA - Livestock Traceability

APAS has weighed in on the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) proposed livestock traceability regulations, supporting the principle of stronger traceability to improve disease response and bolster market confidence. But the big issue remains: who pays for it?

APAS is pushing for fair cost-sharing and practical implementation, emphasizing that no regulation should undermine the long-term sustainability of livestock producers.

We also argued that CFIA needs realignment under Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to ensure animal health policies are developed with farmers’ realities in mind.

“The growth of the livestock industry must guide these changes,” Prybylski explained. “CFIA has an opportunity to listen, consult, and create traceability systems that work for all stakeholders—not just regulators.”

With CFIA temporarily pausing the progression of its traceability regulations, APAS remains committed to advocating for solutions that balance animal health benefits, market access, and producer viability.

Now that the CFIA has captured the attention of producers, initiating proactive consultations would be wise.