Argentina opens a new market with Chile for the export of sheep, goats, and genetic material

Argentina and Chile announced the opening of trade for sheep, goats and genetic material. This is a new market for the country, since the authorities of the Andean country approved the Argentine sanctuary protocol. In this way, it was agreed to work on International Veterinary Certificates (CVI). Work is also being done to open the export of animals for reproduction and fattening. Both countries reached a health agreement to export sheep and goats for slaughter. Regarding the genetic material, they must come from the Foot-and-Mouth Disease Free Zone Without Vaccination. The Secretary of Agriculture, Juan José Bahillo, stated: "A new binational exchange is being added, such as the export of bovines from the Patagonian region that is currently in force." At the same time, he highlighted the possibility of exporting ovine semen and embryos. and goats to Chile. For the director of Foreign Animal Trade of Senasa, Laura Giménez, this news is a sign of confidence regarding the control ...