Taiwan released Japanese beef and suspended sales of Kinmen beef

Published 2024년 11월 16일

Tridge summary

Bovine nodular rash has been reported in Japan and Kinmen, leading to restrictions on the export of beef and dairy products. However, the import of Taiwanese meat products is still permitted, and the National Defense Inspection Agency insists that these imports meet international standards. The situation has led to criticism and discussions on the fairness of the import policies and the impact on the cattle industry in Kinmen. The industry is struggling with the suspension of beef exports and the need for improved breeding techniques and environmental conditions. The Kinmen County Farmers' Association is advocating for more comprehensive approaches to epidemic prevention, including guidance for violators and support for the transformation of the animal husbandry industry.

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Original content

Positive cases of bovine nodular rash have recently appeared in pastures in Fukuoka and Kumamoto, Japan. The National Prevention and Inspection Bureau originally announced that the export of fresh milk and fresh cream to Taiwan would be suspended. However, the policy suddenly changed a day later. Pasteurized dairy products can be inspected with relevant certificates. Taiwan and Japanese meat products can continue to be imported. However, a case of bovine nodule rash occurred in Kinmen in August. The export of fresh, refrigerated and frozen beef from Kinmen to Taiwan is still suspended, and the outside world has questioned whether it favors one over the other. The National Defense Inspection Administration emphasized that the import of milk and meat products complies with the international standards of WOAH. Zhang Zhiming, chairman of the Taiwan Beef Cattle Industry Development Association, criticized that cattle nodule rash has appeared in Kinmen and Japan, but they have been ...

Source: Newsmarket