Pierre Breton, member of the house of Commons standing Committee on agriculture and food of the region announced the investment of $690 thousand, which will be transferred EVQ - Association of poultry producers of Quebec.

In this project, Department of poultry breeding at the University of Montreal faculty of veterinary medicine will evaluate various alternative strategies and their impact on the productivity of animals, based on the previous research project. The University will look for solutions that can be applied to the whole of the poultry industry.

"The government of Canada recognizes that the use of antibiotics in agriculture is a growing concern among consumers. The government supports poultry industry of Quebec, as it continues research aimed to reduce the use of antibiotics in poultry production, which ultimately will benefit the public and contribute to the prosperity of producers and all Canadians", stated Pierre Breton.

"Sector ptitsevodstvo of Quebec is committed to the development and use of advanced methods of agriculture, while maintaining the tough, stringent standards of animal protection. The health of broodstock and quality consumer goods are the main priorities of our producers," — said Pierre-Luc LeBlanc, President of EVQ.