The Canadian Cattlemen's Association says proposed new rules for the importation and use of veterinary drugs are consistent with the organisation's position, established more than a decade ago.
Health Canada says the new rules are designed to reduce the threat of antimicrobial resistance in humans.
CCA General Manager Rob McNabb says proposed amendments will advance the integrity of the industry's contribution to reducing the risk of antimicrobial resistance.
He says they will also preserve cattlemen's access to treatments for animal disease as part of the industry's commitment to animal welfare.
According to the CCA, the very low level of antimicrobial resistance in Canadian cattle and beef indicate that Canada's cattle producers are using antimicrobials prudently.
The cattlemen's group also points out over 90 per cent of the antimicrobials used in feedlot production are a class not used in human medicine.
The consultation period on those proposed new veterinary drug rules ends on September 14th.
