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Regulation on biosecurity measures to reduce the risk of transmission of highly pathogenic avian influenza from birds living in the wild to poultry and other captive birds.

Country/Territory
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Document type
Regulation
Date
2014
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Livestock, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Animal health Hygiene/sanitary procedures Pests/diseases Risk assessment/management Birds Biosecurity Poultry Ranching/captive breeding Family farming Business/industry/corporations Internal trade
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, Mediterranean, Southern Europe
Entry into force notes
This text entered into force eight days after its publication in the Official Gazette (published on 1 December 2014).
Abstract

This Regulation establishes biosecurity measures aimed at reducing the risk of transmission of highly pathogenic avian influenza caused by the H5N1 (subspecies influenza A) virus from live wild free birds, to poultry and other captive birds. These measures are also setting procedures for secured early detection system in areas of special risk, as well as conditions for the placing on the market of farmed poultry intended for restoration of wildlife populations.

Full text
Bosnian
Website
fmpvs.gov.ba

References - Legislation

Implements

Veterinary Law.

Legislation | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 2002

Keyword: Basic legislation, Animal reproduction, Animal feed/feedstuffs, Disinfection/disinfestation, Hygiene/sanitary procedures, Transport/storage, Registration, Inspection, Internal trade, Marking/identification, Drugs, Vaccination, Royalties/fees, Institution, Non-governmental entity, Offences/penalties, Fish disease, Aquaculture, Animal health, Food quality control/food safety, Waste management, Waste prevention, Pests/diseases, Animal production, Ranching/captive breeding, Organic waste

Source: FAO, FAOLEX