Katie Pasitney

Katie Pasitney

farmer Canada

Katie Pasitney is the daughter of the owners of Universal Ostrich Farm in Edgewood, British Columbia. Recently, she has been vocal about her family's opposition to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency's ordered cull of their ostrich flock due to avian flu concerns. Pasitney has expressed frustration over the lack of communication and transparency from the agency, highlighting the emotional and economic toll this situation has placed on her family and the farming community.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
3 wks
Reach
150,516
Power
6,733$
Sentiment
6.25
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Canada 4 6.25 0.30% +30% 38,005,238 150,516 $1,700,000 6,733$
Totals 4 38,005,238 150,516 $1,700,000 6,733$
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Recent Mentions

Canada Canada: Katie Pasitney, farm spokeswoman and daughter of the farm’s co-owner, said in a video posted to social media on Saturday afternoon that the granting of the interim stay allows several days of breathing room. 6

The Globe and Mail: B.C. ostrich farm wins interim stay, prevents cull of 400 birds over flu

Canada Canada: Katie Pasitney, whose parents own Universal Ostrich Farms in Edgewater, B.C., said the family is determined to take their case to the Supreme Court of Canada. 7

The Globe and Mail: B.C. farmers ask Supreme Court to delay cull of 400 ostriches, say birds don’t have flu

Canada Canada: Universal Ostrich Farm spokeswoman Katie Pasitney called the news 'devastating' in a post online. 6

The Globe and Mail: B.C. ostrich farm loses appeal against avian flu cull

Canada Canada: Katie Pasitney, whose mother co-owns the farm, thanked supporters in a post on social media. 8

The Globe and Mail: Federal Appeal Court grants B.C. ostriches stay of cull pending review

Canada Canada: Katie Pasitney, a spokesperson for the farm, reported that about 50 supporters have gathered daily to save the animals. 6

The Globe and Mail: B.C. ostriches set for cull have avian flu infection not seen elsewhere in Canada, agency says

Canada Canada: Katie Pasitney, whose parents own the farm, says they aren’t interested in moving the flock, although they’re grateful for the support. 6

The Globe and Mail: Dr. Oz offers to relocate B.C. ostriches facing cull