Decree-Law No. 349/2007 regulating semen storage from pure-bred breeding animals of the bovine species. Country/Territory Portugal Document type Legislation Date 2007 Source FAO, FAOLEX Original source Diário da República, I Série, No. 202, 19 October 2007, pp. 7678-7683. Subject Livestock Keyword Animal production Animal reproduction Genetic resources Geographical area Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, North Atlantic, North-East Atlantic, Southern Europe Entry into force notes This Decree-Law enters into force the date after its publication. Abstract This Decree-Law is composed of five Chapters divided in 18 articles and four annexes. It introduces in the national legal order EC Council Directive No. 2005/24/CE on the use of ova and embryos and storage centres for semen from pure-bred breeding animals of the bovine species. In particular, it rules on: bovine animals’ pure breed, their import and registration. Moreover, the Decree regulates control procedures on genetic value of breeds and defines applicable sanctions. Annexes provide criteria for bovine registration, control methods and certification models. Full text Portuguese References - Legislation Implements Council Directive 2005/24/EC with regard to the use of ova and embryos and storage centres for semen from pure-bred breeding animals of the bovine species. Legislation | European Union | 2005 Keyword: Cattle, Animal reproduction Source: FAO, FAOLEX