Pig Industry Act (Cap. 361).

Country/Territory: Kenya
Document type: Legislation
Date: 1988
Source: FAO, FAOLEX
Long title: An Act of Parliament to provide for the advancement and control of the pig industry.

Subject: Livestock, Food & nutrition
Keyword: Meat Hygiene/sanitary procedures Authorization/permit Processing/handling Food quality control/food safety Animal production Agricultural development Slaughtering Swine
Geographical area: Africa, Eastern Africa

Abstract: This Act establishes the Pig Industry Board and defines its functions, powers and internal organization. The Board shall: (a) grant licenses of butchers and bacon factories; (b) advise the Minister on any matter affecting the pig industry; and (c) promote and advance the pig industry. No person shall carry on the business as a butcher or carry on the business of a bacon factory unless he or she holds a licence from the Board to slaughter pigs or a licence to operate a bacon factory. Every licensee of a bacon factory and every licensed butcher shall keep annual records in accordance with this Act.
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