FCC - Farmed Furs

The first efforts to raise mink and fox on farms began in North America one hundred years ago. Today, about half the furs produced in Canada (and as much as 80 per cent worldwide) come from family farms.
Most mink and foxes are now produced on farms. These animals have been raised for decades, generation after generation, like other domestic livestock. Chinchillas are also farm-raised, as are the special breeds of sheep (e.g., karakul or "Persian" lamb) and rabbits that are used for fur.
In addition to fur, farmed mink provides fine oils for skin care, leather water-proofing, organic fertilizers and other products. Nothing is wasted!

Farmed mink and foxes are fed with leftovers from abattoirs, fish plants and other food-processing operations.
Farmed fur animals receive excellent nutrition, housing and care. This is the only way to produce the high quality fur required by the market. Farmers who didn't provide excellent care for their animals would not remain in business for long!

Farmed mink and foxes are produced in accordance with Recommended Codes of Practice developed by Agriculture Canada in consultation with producers and humane societies.

Fur production supports the livelihood and culture of more than 1,000 farm families across North America.