In The Coop

Author: Poultry Industry Council

'In the Coop' is an educational podcast brought to you by the Poultry Industry Council. The show explores relevant and interesting topics pertaining to poultry production in Ontario. Tune in monthly as we explore the ins and outs of the Ontario poultry with various industry experts.
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Episode 38: Living With Avian Influenza - Lessons Learned and Preparing for the Future
Wednesday, 1 July, 2026

This month on In the Coop, hosts are joined by Dr. Cynthia Philippe of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) to discuss the evolving reality of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). From biosecurity and wildlife risks to vaccination discussions and future preparedness, this episode explores what poultry producers can do today to strengthen their resilience against one of the industry's most significant challenges. There are references to some infographics supplied by CFIA. The 'Tips to Protect Your Farm from Avian Flu' with a list of do's and don'ts demonstrating practices to avoid or adopt for your business can be found on the Poultry Industry Council website. You will also hear about the 'Risk Matrix', which can be seen below. We hope you enjoy the podcast!