Sheep from Greece detained without ear tags and documents

Published 2025년 1월 28일

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Border Police in Bulgaria have detained a vehicle transporting 22 illegal Greek sheep, leading to concerns about illegal animal trade and potential health risks. The animals lacked required veterinary documents and were not tagged, and the transport vehicle was not registered for such activity. The animals were euthanized to prevent health risks, and an administrative violation was reported against the transporter. This incident comes amidst concerns over illegal animal trade from Greece, following outbreaks of sheep and goat pox and a ban on meat and dairy trade from certain regions in Bulgaria due to plague outbreaks. Additionally, China has banned the import of several products, including animals and animal products, from various countries, including Bulgaria, due to these health concerns.

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The Border Police officers of the "Kulata" have detained a motor vehicle with 22 sheep. They are of Greek origin and were transported illegally. The problem was reported to the Regional Directorate of Food Safety - Blagoevgrad on January 25 in the afternoon. During the inspection, it was found that the animals were not accompanied by veterinary documents for intra-community trade, including a health certificate issued through the TRACES electronic system. In addition, the animals were without ear tags, and the vehicle used for transportation was not registered under the Veterinary Medical Activity Act. The persons accompanying the animals also did not possess certificates of competency as drivers and animal companions. The officers of the Regional Directorate of Food Safety - Blagoevgrad have taken the actions provided for by law to euthanize the animals in a humane manner, according to a statement from the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency. The measures are necessary to prevent ...

Source: Agri