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Avian Flu Sparks Controversy Over Ostrich Cull in B.C.

9/22/2025

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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) issued a cull order for an ostrich farm in Edgewood, B.C., due to avian flu.
The Universal Ostrich Farm seeks support to save around 400 ostriches, attracting help from right-wing American influencers.
Conservative commentator Chris Sanders offered to relocate the birds to Texas and South Dakota, seeking truck driver assistance.
Farm spokeswoman Katie Pasitney is exploring relocation options and encourages supporters to contact authorities against the cull.
The CFIA has not revealed when the cull will occur.

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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) issued a cull order for an ostrich farm in Edgewood, B.C., due to avian flu.
The Universal Ostrich Farm seeks support to save around 400 ostriches, attracting help from right-wing American influencers.
Conservative commentator Chris Sanders offered to relocate the birds to Texas and South Dakota, seeking truck driver assistance.
Farm spokeswoman Katie Pasitney is exploring relocation options and encourages supporters to contact authorities against the cull.
The CFIA has not revealed when the cull will occur.