Episode 121: Beef Producers Have a Game Plan to Keep Canada FMD-Free

About this episode

This episode discusses how Canadian beef producers can maintain vigilance and preparedness to keep Canada free from Foot and Mouth Disease.

Canada’s last outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) occurred in 1952, showing how one small mistake can have major consequences for the agriculture industry. Today, strong prevention measures, planning, and industry cooperation help keep Canada FMD-free while protecting livestock and the economy from future risks. This episode explores how producers can stay aware, prepared, and ready to respond quickly if concerns arise, highlighting the importance of vigilance and teamwork across the industry. Relevant Links: You Are Here: Beef Producers Have a Game Plan to Keep Canada FMD-Free (article) Foot and Mouth Disease (webpage) Mission Possible: Protect the Herd (resource) Biosecurity (webpage) Value of Calving Distribution Calculator (interactive tool)

Topics covered

• Foot and Mouth Disease
• agriculture industry
• biosecurity
• livestock protection
• industry cooperation
• prevention measures

Keywords

• Foot and Mouth Disease
• Canada
• biosecurity
• livestock
• agriculture
• prevention
• industry cooperation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Beef Cattle Research Council

Places: Canada

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