The Regenaissance Podcast My Ostriches Made COVID Antibodies—Why Is CFIA Culling Them? @ Universal Ostrich Farms | Ep #63
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Apr 9, 2025 Discover the groundbreaking research on ostrich antibodies and their potential to combat diseases like COVID-19. Hear about the emotional turmoil as Katie fights against government culling orders that threaten her herd and the future of sustainable farming. Learn about partnerships with international researchers and the push for food sovereignty amidst bureaucratic hurdles. This riveting conversation highlights the clash between agricultural innovation and regulatory authority, advocating for animal welfare and the rights of farmers.
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Ostriches and Antibody Research
- Katie shares how her family farmed ostriches for 28 years focusing on healing benefits of meat and oil.
- During COVID, they partnered with Dr. Tsukamoto from Japan to develop antibodies from ostrich eggs to fight viruses.
Suppressed COVID Antibody Research
- Ostrich antibodies showed ability to neutralize COVID-19 variants, offering a potential game changer.
- Research was suppressed after a lab was bought out and a non-disclosure agreement was signed.
Initial CFIA Intervention and Testing
- Illness struck the ostrich farm in December 2024 with symptoms initially attributed to pseudonymous bacteria.
- CFIA intervened after a tip alleging avian influenza (H5N1), leading to PCR testing limited to dead birds only, rejecting healthy animal testing.