Belgium: Modification of conditions in intra-community trade

Since April 21, 2021 and the entry into force of the Animal Health Law (AHL), the conditions relating to intra-community trade and movement of ruminants within the framework of the fight against bluetongue infections (FCO) have been modified. In Belgium, the FCO sertype BTV8 is in circulation. The country is therefore not unscathed. In addition, there is no official approved control plan. A ruminant will be considered "safe" on departure from Belgium if it is vaccinated against setorype 8 with either a first injection at least 60 days before departure, or a PCR test 14 days after the first vaccination or a complete vaccination schedule ( first vaccination and reminders) In the case of animals intended for immediate slaughter, the following conditions must be observed No case of FCO in the farm of departure 30 days before this one Direct transport to the slaughterhouse and slaughter within 24 hours Notification of movement to the competent authorities 48 hours in advance If these ...