Canada’s new feed regulations established maximum permitted zinc levels in pig feeds. An interim limit of 3,000 mg/kg currently applies to starter feeds.
During consultations, CFIA indicated its intention to reduce this limit to 300 mg/kg to better align it with the standard nutritional requirements of pigs.
However, representatives of the pig and feed sectors said that such a level could create challenges when feeding young piglets.
After receiving additional information from the industry, CFIA decided to maintain the interim maximum of 3,000 mg/kg while the new data are further assessed and the most appropriate long-term approach is determined.
The agency will continue consultations with relevant industry associations. Producers will be given advance notice of any future changes to ensure they have sufficient time to prepare and adapt.
PigUA.info, based on materials from 3tres3.com