Paraguay: Trade requirements for pig and horse genetics debated

Last week, a hybrid meeting of the Mercosur Animal Health Group was held, in which technical specialists in trade and quarantine from the member countries harmonized the zoosanitary requirements for the export of oocytes and embryos, both from pigs and horses. Regarding the result of the meeting, Ramírez indicated that the work has not been completed, they are still under review, considering that public consultations are in force among the participating countries. “These documentations that are prepared serve both for import and export between the Mercosur countries; Senacsa uses this standard in case the United States or the European community wants to bring genetic material from these species,” he told Productiva. Likewise, he mentioned that he will continue monitoring the “Draft Resolution of Zoosanitary Requirements of the States Parties for the importation of porcine and equine oocytes and embryos.” He also explained that all Mercosur members are interested, considering that ...