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Decree laying down measures against avian flu.

Country/Territory
Andorra
Document type
Regulation
Date
2006
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Livestock, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Animal health Pests/diseases Early warning system Birds Poultry
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, Southern Europe
Abstract

The present Decree establishes special measures to prevent the outbreak and spread of avian flu. Article 3 specifies risk factors to be taken into account, such as movement of migratory wild birds and breeding of poultry in areas close to wetlands. The Decree establishes an early warning system aimed at the prompt implementation of protection measures in case of detection of the disease.

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