With respect to imports, the Safe Food for Canadians Act provides that the obligations and standards are the same for both imports and domestic products.
For spent hens, we tried to work with industry stakeholders on a DNA test. Unfortunately, this test is not comprehensive enough to cover all poultry lines used in the industry. In addition, we face challenges. If legal action is taken, a fine may be issued.
So we continue to work on this issue, particularly with our colleagues at the Canada Border Services Agency. In recent years, we have already seized products and put in place administrative penalties for the spent hens.