TFC Flock Care Program

Canadian turkey farmers are committed to providing wholesome and safe food to consumers in a way that ensures the humane care and treatment of their birds.

Turkey Farmers of Canada’s Flock Care Program (FCP) is an auditable national program that provides turkey farmers with measures to ensure the proper handling and care of their birds.

Based on the Canadian Recommended Code of Practice for the Safe Care and Handling of Farm Animals: Chickens, Turkeys and Breeders from Hatchery to Processing Plant, as well as other international programs and standards, TFC’s Flock Care Program requires detailed on-farm record-keeping and documentation, and complements the animal care-related measures covered by the TFC On-Farm Food Safety Program.

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Code of Practice
The Codes of Practice are nationally developed guidelines for the care and handling of different species of farm animals. Codes are not intended to be used as production manuals but rather as an educational tool in the promotion of sound husbandry and welfare practices. The Codes contain recommendations to assist farmers and others in the agriculture and food sector to compare and improve their own management practices.