Commission Decision 2005/464/EC on the implementation of survey programmes for avian influenza in poultry and wild birds to be carried out in the Member States.

Subject

Livestock, Wild species & ecosystems

Keyword

Animal health Pests/diseases Poultry Policy/planning Birds

Geographical area

European Union Countries

Abstract

Member States are required to submit for approval to the Commission programmes for the implementation of surveys for avian influenza in poultry and wild birds in accordance with the Annex attached to the present Decision. The objectives of the programmes shall be the following: (a) to estimate the prevalence of infections with avian inlfuenza virus in different species of poultry; (b) to continue surveillance for avian influenza on a voluntary basis on wild birds; (c) to contribute to the knowledge of the threats of avian influenza to animal health from wildlife; (d) to foster the connection and integration of human and veterinary networks for influenza surveillance.

Full text

English

Website

europa.eu

References - Legislation

Amended by

Commission Decision 2005/726/EC amending Decision 2005/464/EC on the implementation of survey programmes for avian influenza in poultry and wild birds to be carried out in the Member States.

Legislation | European Union | 2005

Keyword: Animal health, Pests/diseases, Poultry, Policy/planning, Birds

Source: FAO, FAOLEX