Nearly $7M Spent on BC Ostrich Cull, Government Data Shows The federal government incurred nearly $7 million in expenses for a cull of approximately 400 ostriches at Universal Ostrich Farms in Edgewood, B.C. This operation was initiated due to concerns over avian flu. The farm’s attempt to legally overturn the cull order was unsuccessful, and the operation was finalized in November 2025. A Conservative MP has since requested a detailed accounting of the expenditures related to this cull.

• The federal government spent nearly $7 million on an ostrich cull operation.
• The cull involved approximately 400 ostriches at Universal Ostrich Farms in Edgewood, B.C.
• The operation was conducted due to concerns about avian flu.
• The farm’s legal challenge against the cull order was unsuccessful.
• The cull was completed in November 2025.
• A Conservative MP requested a breakdown of the expenses incurred.