Presentation by Theo Knight-Jones at a workshop on animal health challenges to Southern Africa–EU beef export trade, Gaborone, Botswana, 8-9 September 2015.
CITES works by subjecting international trade in specimens of selected species to licensing controls. Species covered are listed in three appendices based on protection needs. Appendix I lists threatened species where trade is only allowed in exceptional circumstances. Appendix II includes species where trade must be controlled to avoid threats. Appendix III contains species a country requests help with trade controls. A CITES permit is required to import or export specimens, with different requirements based on the appendix the species is listed in. Exemptions exist for certain circumstances like personal effects or captive bred animals.
The National Veterinary Quarantine Services (NVQS) regulates the import and export of animals and animal products, issues import clearances and export certificates, and conducts pre-border, border, and post-border measures. This includes verifying import documents, conducting animal inspections and disinfection at borders, and post-border inspections and monitoring. The NVQS also oversees the confiscation, destruction, and disposal of rejected animal shipments. They provide information on requirements and permits needed for domestic travel of animals and shipping of animal products within the Philippines.
The Virginia Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services Office of Meat and Poultry Services (OMPS) ensures the production of safe meat and humane treatment of animals. The OMPS has 39 employees who provide state and federal inspection of around 50 facilities in Virginia. Inspection allows facilities to apply a mark and label their meat products for wholesale or retail sale. The OMPS inspects facilities of all sizes and offers exemptions for small poultry producers and custom slaughter facilities.
Quarantine legislations for food commodites in Pakistanleoauge
The document contains regulations for importing various agricultural commodities into Pakistan. It lists conditions and restrictions for imports of seeds, plants, and plant materials of crops such as rice, opium poppy, sugarcane, potatoes, tobacco, cocoa, rubber, and wood packaging. Pathogens and pests of concern are noted, and requirements for certification, inspection, quarantine, and treatment are specified for imports.
This document discusses India's animal quarantine services and their objectives of preventing the introduction of exotic livestock diseases. It outlines the quarantine stations located across India and their economic importance in saving money through disease prevention and increasing exports. Regulations regarding livestock imports and exports are discussed, highlighting the need for mandatory animal quarantine clearance. Proper technical export certification is emphasized as important for increasing trade and meeting international standards.
This document discusses the process for importing and registering drugs and cosmetics in India according to the Drugs and Cosmetics Act of 1945 and Rules of 1945. It outlines the following key points:
1. There are two phases - registration and import license. In Phase 1, an application is made using Form 40 to obtain a Registration Certificate for manufacturing premises and drugs. In Phase 2, Form 8/8A is used to apply for an Import License.
2. Schedules D(I) and D(II) require information about the manufacturer, manufacturing premises, and drugs. A fee of $1500 per manufacturing site and $1000 per drug is paid.
3. If registration is approved,
This document provides an overview of the administration of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and Rules in India. It discusses the roles of various analytical, executive, and advisory bodies involved in drug regulation. It also outlines the qualifications, duties, and powers of key regulatory positions like Government Analysts, Drugs Inspectors, and the procedures they follow to inspect facilities, collect samples, test drugs, and take action if drugs are found to be substandard.
This document discusses import regulations for drugs and cosmetics under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act in India. It outlines classes of drugs and cosmetics that are prohibited from import, including expired, substandard, misbranded, or adulterated products. It also discusses requirements for importing drugs, including obtaining an import license or permit. Licenses are required for drugs listed in Schedules C, C1, and X, as well as for importing new drugs. Small quantities can be imported for examination or personal use with the proper documentation. The places drugs can be imported through and record-keeping requirements are also summarized.
CITES works by subjecting international trade in specimens of selected species to licensing controls. Species covered are listed in three appendices based on protection needs. Appendix I lists threatened species where trade is only allowed in exceptional circumstances. Appendix II includes species where trade must be controlled to avoid threats. Appendix III contains species a country requests help with trade controls. A CITES permit is required to import or export specimens, with different requirements based on the appendix the species is listed in. Exemptions exist for certain circumstances like personal effects or captive bred animals.
The National Veterinary Quarantine Services (NVQS) regulates the import and export of animals and animal products, issues import clearances and export certificates, and conducts pre-border, border, and post-border measures. This includes verifying import documents, conducting animal inspections and disinfection at borders, and post-border inspections and monitoring. The NVQS also oversees the confiscation, destruction, and disposal of rejected animal shipments. They provide information on requirements and permits needed for domestic travel of animals and shipping of animal products within the Philippines.
The Virginia Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services Office of Meat and Poultry Services (OMPS) ensures the production of safe meat and humane treatment of animals. The OMPS has 39 employees who provide state and federal inspection of around 50 facilities in Virginia. Inspection allows facilities to apply a mark and label their meat products for wholesale or retail sale. The OMPS inspects facilities of all sizes and offers exemptions for small poultry producers and custom slaughter facilities.
Quarantine legislations for food commodites in Pakistanleoauge
The document contains regulations for importing various agricultural commodities into Pakistan. It lists conditions and restrictions for imports of seeds, plants, and plant materials of crops such as rice, opium poppy, sugarcane, potatoes, tobacco, cocoa, rubber, and wood packaging. Pathogens and pests of concern are noted, and requirements for certification, inspection, quarantine, and treatment are specified for imports.
This document discusses India's animal quarantine services and their objectives of preventing the introduction of exotic livestock diseases. It outlines the quarantine stations located across India and their economic importance in saving money through disease prevention and increasing exports. Regulations regarding livestock imports and exports are discussed, highlighting the need for mandatory animal quarantine clearance. Proper technical export certification is emphasized as important for increasing trade and meeting international standards.
This document discusses the process for importing and registering drugs and cosmetics in India according to the Drugs and Cosmetics Act of 1945 and Rules of 1945. It outlines the following key points:
1. There are two phases - registration and import license. In Phase 1, an application is made using Form 40 to obtain a Registration Certificate for manufacturing premises and drugs. In Phase 2, Form 8/8A is used to apply for an Import License.
2. Schedules D(I) and D(II) require information about the manufacturer, manufacturing premises, and drugs. A fee of $1500 per manufacturing site and $1000 per drug is paid.
3. If registration is approved,
This document provides an overview of the administration of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and Rules in India. It discusses the roles of various analytical, executive, and advisory bodies involved in drug regulation. It also outlines the qualifications, duties, and powers of key regulatory positions like Government Analysts, Drugs Inspectors, and the procedures they follow to inspect facilities, collect samples, test drugs, and take action if drugs are found to be substandard.
This document discusses import regulations for drugs and cosmetics under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act in India. It outlines classes of drugs and cosmetics that are prohibited from import, including expired, substandard, misbranded, or adulterated products. It also discusses requirements for importing drugs, including obtaining an import license or permit. Licenses are required for drugs listed in Schedules C, C1, and X, as well as for importing new drugs. Small quantities can be imported for examination or personal use with the proper documentation. The places drugs can be imported through and record-keeping requirements are also summarized.
IIMPORT AND REGISTRATION AS PER DRUG AND COSMETIC ACT Sagar Savale
The drug and cosmetic act was passed on 10th April, 1940.
Objective : To regulate the import, manufacture, distribution, and sale of Drug and Cosmetics.
All classes of the drugs and cosmetics imported into India, shall comply with the prescribed standards and labels.
Manufacture of all classes of drug require prior license.
This document outlines the duties and responsibilities of food inspectors in India. It details that food inspectors are tasked with regularly inspecting all food establishments to ensure they comply with licensing conditions. They are also responsible for collecting food samples if contamination is suspected, investigating complaints, maintaining inspection records, detecting illegal food operations, and detaining imported foods that may be prohibited. The document provides forms and notices that inspectors must use when seizing food, ordering vendors not to dispose of stock, and informing parties when taking food samples for analysis.
Food Safety And Regulation Mechanism [In Relation to GM] - Hemant GoswamiBurning Brain Society
Taking about the legal aspect of the laws relating to food security and safety, social activist Hemant Goswami mentioned that way back in 1860 also the penal code provided safeguards against foods and eatables which can cause harm to human health or environment. Food Adulteration Act and Food Safety Act 2006 further assured the right of citizens to have safe food. However the commercial interests are trying to gain backdoor entry in the name of genetically modified crops and food by discarding all precautionary principals of food safety and security. Genetically modified food requires multi-generational tests as they have not evolved naturally. It would be dangerous to adopt anything as food until and unless it has been found to be safe for a minimum of three generation of any animal; at least the mice.
Criticizing the proposed Biotechnology Regulatory Authority Bill (BRAI), Hemant mentioned that, “The proposed BRAI bill largely takes care only of the multinational companies trying to dominate the food chain and push genetically engineered food to Indian consumers without proper food safety safeguards. The bill is not only anti people and anti farmer but also against the Constitutional provisions of Article 19 and 21. In absence of other safeguards, the rubber stamp BRAI will make us slaves of the powerful MNC’s and countries.”
Legislation in respect of Homeopathic PharmacyRamJyothis
The document summarizes key legislation related to homeopathic pharmacy in India. It discusses the origin of pharmaceutical legislation beginning in 1927 and the recommendations of committees that helped form acts like the Drugs and Cosmetics Act of 1940. The act established standards for importing, manufacturing, and selling drugs and set up licensing for pharmacists. It also covers laws specific to homeopathic medicines regarding licensing of sellers and manufacturers, conditions of licenses, labeling, and restrictions on packaging and alcohol content. The document traces the evolution of drug policy and regulation in India.
This document proposes strengthening regulations for the recycling of waste cooking oils (WCO) generated by restaurants and food factories in Hong Kong. It suggests introducing licenses for WCO collection, disposal, and import/export. Operators without licenses would face fines or imprisonment. It also proposes that restaurants and food factories be required to hand over their WCO only to licensed collectors and keep transaction records. The Environmental Protection Department will implement a voluntary registration system for WCO operators and develop best practices to facilitate proper handling and recycling of WCO.
This document contains an assignment for a final year B.Pharmacy student with multiple choice and short answer questions relating to pharmacy regulations and acts in India.
The 20 multiple choice questions cover topics such as the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, Pharmacy Council of India, schedules that define drug standards and classifications, licenses required for drug retail and wholesale, and key amendments made to the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.
The 5 short answer questions require explanations on the constitution of the Drugs Technical Advisory Board, prohibited drug advertisements, offenses and penalties under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, procedure for drug sample collection and analysis, and functions of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization
This document is an act passed in 2006 to establish the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). [1] It consolidates various food laws and establishes standards for food articles. [2] FSSAI will be responsible for laying down science-based standards for food and regulating manufacturing, storage, distribution and import of food. [3] The act contains provisions for food safety, licensing, enforcement, offences and penalties.
The Seeds Act of 1966 was enacted by the Government of India to regulate the quality of seeds during production and marketing. Some key aspects of the Act include:
- Establishing committees and agencies at central and state levels to oversee certification of seed varieties and testing.
- Granting powers to notify specific seed varieties and set minimum standards for germination and purity.
- Requiring labeling of certified seed packages and allowing for inspection and testing of seeds.
- Providing for appeals process and penalties for non-compliance with the Act.
The Act aims to promote quality control of seeds and provides the framework for regulation of the seed industry in India.
This document outlines Hong Kong's registration scheme for food importers and distributors under the Food Safety Ordinance. It requires any person carrying out food importation or distribution businesses to register with the Department of Food and Environmental Hygiene. Certain food businesses that are already licensed or registered under other ordinances are exempt from this requirement. The registration assists authorities in identifying food traders for food safety incidents and is valid for 3 years. Failure to register can result in fines and imprisonment.
Animal Disease Control Project implementing officers constraints while undert...KVASU
This document discusses constraints faced by veterinary surgeons implementing foot and mouth disease (FMD) control in Kerala. The most relevant constraints included farmers' unwillingness to vaccinate due to reduced milk yield, door-to-door vaccination being laborious, and possible vaccine side effects. Relevant constraints were negative media reports, responsibility for post-vaccination issues, and farmers' negative attitudes toward vaccination. Less relevant constraints included farmers' reluctance based on experience, education and herd size. The document provides policy and strategy recommendations to address these constraints.
Three Buddhist groups in Sri Lanka emerged to protest against cattle slaughter and beef eating, engaging in peaceful marches and sit-ins that later turned violent. Their campaigns raised awareness of the suffering of animals during slaughter and reduced beef consumption. However, banning cattle slaughter entirely could have negative implications, as the cattle population would grow unsustainably without a way to control numbers. More humane cattle management and slaughter methods are needed.
This document provides instructions for treating foot and mouth disease in wild herbivores at artificial water holes in a forest area. Key steps include identifying water hole routes, distributing staff, and recording work. Medications like antibiotics, homeopathic remedies, and turmeric powder are to be added to the water holes and surrounding areas. When animals come to drink, the treatments will help lesions in their mouths and hooves. Repeated doses may be needed depending on severity of cases. Contact information is provided for the veterinarian in charge of the treatment program.
This document discusses foot and mouth disease (FMD), a highly contagious viral disease that affects cloven-hoofed animals. It provides details on the causative agent, clinical signs, transmission, prevention through vaccination, and FMD status categorization. It then describes a 2008 FMD outbreak in Attanagalla, Sri Lanka involving 4 cows, and the response efforts, which included prompt diagnosis, ring vaccination of 981 animals within 7 days, and containment of the outbreak. The discussion notes key factors in curtailing disease spread and lack of research on FMD in Sri Lanka.
This document analyzes and summarizes several indie album covers. It notes that Jamie T's "Panic Prevention" album cover features a chaotic image that contrasts with the album title and matches his musical style. The Does It Offend You, Yeah? album depicts a working class setting that matches the style promoted by indie bands. It also notes that Arctic Monkeys features council houses, promoting an indie style. For Bastille, the cover does not include the artist's face, showing a man running away which could represent escaping life, linking to the album's dark themes. Both the title and band name use triangles instead of As, a common indie experimentation.
Este documento describe diferentes dispositivos electrónicos y sus aplicaciones en la educación, incluyendo teléfonos celulares, videoconferencia, internet y plataformas LMS. Explica cómo estas herramientas permiten la educación flexible y a distancia, mejoran los resultados académicos, y facilitan el aprendizaje colaborativo y significativo entre estudiantes y tutores sin importar la distancia geográfica.
The album cover for Neon Jungle's album "Welcome to the Jungle" features individual portrait photos of each band member placed together in a line. This layout has been used on albums by other girl groups like Destiny's Child and the Pussycat Dolls. Each girl is posed differently but all have fierce expressions with bold makeup. The album title is in block capitals in the same color as the band name for visibility. The back cover maintains the edgy black theme with white text listing the songs and production credits. Overall the cover promotes the band's image through close-up photos of each member in a style commonly seen on girl group albums.
Jinlijing Stone is a Chinese supplier of crystallized glass stone products with annual revenue of $10 million. It develops, manufactures, and supports a wide range of crystallized glass stones for uses such as kitchen countertops, building interiors, and exterior cladding. The company's best selling products are its super nano crystal stone and marmoglass with porcelain tile backing. Jinlijing Stone was founded in 2009 and has participated in foreign exhibitions since 2010, partnering with its largest client.
El documento presenta un mapa conceptual sobre la gerencia y el ciclo de vida de los proyectos. Explica que el gerente del proyecto organiza y administra los recursos para dar forma al proyecto teniendo en cuenta su alcance, tiempo y costo a través de las fases de planificación, ejecución y control. También describe las fases inicial, intermedia y final del ciclo de vida de un proyecto y los responsables como el director del proyecto, cliente, equipo y patrocinador.
Foot and mouth disease is a highly contagious viral disease that affects cloven-hoofed animals. It exists as seven main strains and over 61 subtypes. The virus can spread through contaminated food, water, air, transportation, and direct contact between infected and uninfected animals at grazing areas. It has a short incubation period of hours to days and the virus can travel long distances through wind. Symptoms include fever, excessive salivation, vesicles in and around the mouth and feet that rupture leaving painful sores. Proper precautions like immediately informing authorities of outbreaks, stopping grazing of animals, and treating infected animals are needed to control the spread.
IIMPORT AND REGISTRATION AS PER DRUG AND COSMETIC ACT Sagar Savale
The drug and cosmetic act was passed on 10th April, 1940.
Objective : To regulate the import, manufacture, distribution, and sale of Drug and Cosmetics.
All classes of the drugs and cosmetics imported into India, shall comply with the prescribed standards and labels.
Manufacture of all classes of drug require prior license.
This document outlines the duties and responsibilities of food inspectors in India. It details that food inspectors are tasked with regularly inspecting all food establishments to ensure they comply with licensing conditions. They are also responsible for collecting food samples if contamination is suspected, investigating complaints, maintaining inspection records, detecting illegal food operations, and detaining imported foods that may be prohibited. The document provides forms and notices that inspectors must use when seizing food, ordering vendors not to dispose of stock, and informing parties when taking food samples for analysis.
Food Safety And Regulation Mechanism [In Relation to GM] - Hemant GoswamiBurning Brain Society
Taking about the legal aspect of the laws relating to food security and safety, social activist Hemant Goswami mentioned that way back in 1860 also the penal code provided safeguards against foods and eatables which can cause harm to human health or environment. Food Adulteration Act and Food Safety Act 2006 further assured the right of citizens to have safe food. However the commercial interests are trying to gain backdoor entry in the name of genetically modified crops and food by discarding all precautionary principals of food safety and security. Genetically modified food requires multi-generational tests as they have not evolved naturally. It would be dangerous to adopt anything as food until and unless it has been found to be safe for a minimum of three generation of any animal; at least the mice.
Criticizing the proposed Biotechnology Regulatory Authority Bill (BRAI), Hemant mentioned that, “The proposed BRAI bill largely takes care only of the multinational companies trying to dominate the food chain and push genetically engineered food to Indian consumers without proper food safety safeguards. The bill is not only anti people and anti farmer but also against the Constitutional provisions of Article 19 and 21. In absence of other safeguards, the rubber stamp BRAI will make us slaves of the powerful MNC’s and countries.”
Legislation in respect of Homeopathic PharmacyRamJyothis
The document summarizes key legislation related to homeopathic pharmacy in India. It discusses the origin of pharmaceutical legislation beginning in 1927 and the recommendations of committees that helped form acts like the Drugs and Cosmetics Act of 1940. The act established standards for importing, manufacturing, and selling drugs and set up licensing for pharmacists. It also covers laws specific to homeopathic medicines regarding licensing of sellers and manufacturers, conditions of licenses, labeling, and restrictions on packaging and alcohol content. The document traces the evolution of drug policy and regulation in India.
This document proposes strengthening regulations for the recycling of waste cooking oils (WCO) generated by restaurants and food factories in Hong Kong. It suggests introducing licenses for WCO collection, disposal, and import/export. Operators without licenses would face fines or imprisonment. It also proposes that restaurants and food factories be required to hand over their WCO only to licensed collectors and keep transaction records. The Environmental Protection Department will implement a voluntary registration system for WCO operators and develop best practices to facilitate proper handling and recycling of WCO.
This document contains an assignment for a final year B.Pharmacy student with multiple choice and short answer questions relating to pharmacy regulations and acts in India.
The 20 multiple choice questions cover topics such as the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, Pharmacy Council of India, schedules that define drug standards and classifications, licenses required for drug retail and wholesale, and key amendments made to the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.
The 5 short answer questions require explanations on the constitution of the Drugs Technical Advisory Board, prohibited drug advertisements, offenses and penalties under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, procedure for drug sample collection and analysis, and functions of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization
This document is an act passed in 2006 to establish the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). [1] It consolidates various food laws and establishes standards for food articles. [2] FSSAI will be responsible for laying down science-based standards for food and regulating manufacturing, storage, distribution and import of food. [3] The act contains provisions for food safety, licensing, enforcement, offences and penalties.
The Seeds Act of 1966 was enacted by the Government of India to regulate the quality of seeds during production and marketing. Some key aspects of the Act include:
- Establishing committees and agencies at central and state levels to oversee certification of seed varieties and testing.
- Granting powers to notify specific seed varieties and set minimum standards for germination and purity.
- Requiring labeling of certified seed packages and allowing for inspection and testing of seeds.
- Providing for appeals process and penalties for non-compliance with the Act.
The Act aims to promote quality control of seeds and provides the framework for regulation of the seed industry in India.
This document outlines Hong Kong's registration scheme for food importers and distributors under the Food Safety Ordinance. It requires any person carrying out food importation or distribution businesses to register with the Department of Food and Environmental Hygiene. Certain food businesses that are already licensed or registered under other ordinances are exempt from this requirement. The registration assists authorities in identifying food traders for food safety incidents and is valid for 3 years. Failure to register can result in fines and imprisonment.
Animal Disease Control Project implementing officers constraints while undert...KVASU
This document discusses constraints faced by veterinary surgeons implementing foot and mouth disease (FMD) control in Kerala. The most relevant constraints included farmers' unwillingness to vaccinate due to reduced milk yield, door-to-door vaccination being laborious, and possible vaccine side effects. Relevant constraints were negative media reports, responsibility for post-vaccination issues, and farmers' negative attitudes toward vaccination. Less relevant constraints included farmers' reluctance based on experience, education and herd size. The document provides policy and strategy recommendations to address these constraints.
Three Buddhist groups in Sri Lanka emerged to protest against cattle slaughter and beef eating, engaging in peaceful marches and sit-ins that later turned violent. Their campaigns raised awareness of the suffering of animals during slaughter and reduced beef consumption. However, banning cattle slaughter entirely could have negative implications, as the cattle population would grow unsustainably without a way to control numbers. More humane cattle management and slaughter methods are needed.
This document provides instructions for treating foot and mouth disease in wild herbivores at artificial water holes in a forest area. Key steps include identifying water hole routes, distributing staff, and recording work. Medications like antibiotics, homeopathic remedies, and turmeric powder are to be added to the water holes and surrounding areas. When animals come to drink, the treatments will help lesions in their mouths and hooves. Repeated doses may be needed depending on severity of cases. Contact information is provided for the veterinarian in charge of the treatment program.
This document discusses foot and mouth disease (FMD), a highly contagious viral disease that affects cloven-hoofed animals. It provides details on the causative agent, clinical signs, transmission, prevention through vaccination, and FMD status categorization. It then describes a 2008 FMD outbreak in Attanagalla, Sri Lanka involving 4 cows, and the response efforts, which included prompt diagnosis, ring vaccination of 981 animals within 7 days, and containment of the outbreak. The discussion notes key factors in curtailing disease spread and lack of research on FMD in Sri Lanka.
This document analyzes and summarizes several indie album covers. It notes that Jamie T's "Panic Prevention" album cover features a chaotic image that contrasts with the album title and matches his musical style. The Does It Offend You, Yeah? album depicts a working class setting that matches the style promoted by indie bands. It also notes that Arctic Monkeys features council houses, promoting an indie style. For Bastille, the cover does not include the artist's face, showing a man running away which could represent escaping life, linking to the album's dark themes. Both the title and band name use triangles instead of As, a common indie experimentation.
Este documento describe diferentes dispositivos electrónicos y sus aplicaciones en la educación, incluyendo teléfonos celulares, videoconferencia, internet y plataformas LMS. Explica cómo estas herramientas permiten la educación flexible y a distancia, mejoran los resultados académicos, y facilitan el aprendizaje colaborativo y significativo entre estudiantes y tutores sin importar la distancia geográfica.
The album cover for Neon Jungle's album "Welcome to the Jungle" features individual portrait photos of each band member placed together in a line. This layout has been used on albums by other girl groups like Destiny's Child and the Pussycat Dolls. Each girl is posed differently but all have fierce expressions with bold makeup. The album title is in block capitals in the same color as the band name for visibility. The back cover maintains the edgy black theme with white text listing the songs and production credits. Overall the cover promotes the band's image through close-up photos of each member in a style commonly seen on girl group albums.
Jinlijing Stone is a Chinese supplier of crystallized glass stone products with annual revenue of $10 million. It develops, manufactures, and supports a wide range of crystallized glass stones for uses such as kitchen countertops, building interiors, and exterior cladding. The company's best selling products are its super nano crystal stone and marmoglass with porcelain tile backing. Jinlijing Stone was founded in 2009 and has participated in foreign exhibitions since 2010, partnering with its largest client.
El documento presenta un mapa conceptual sobre la gerencia y el ciclo de vida de los proyectos. Explica que el gerente del proyecto organiza y administra los recursos para dar forma al proyecto teniendo en cuenta su alcance, tiempo y costo a través de las fases de planificación, ejecución y control. También describe las fases inicial, intermedia y final del ciclo de vida de un proyecto y los responsables como el director del proyecto, cliente, equipo y patrocinador.
Foot and mouth disease is a highly contagious viral disease that affects cloven-hoofed animals. It exists as seven main strains and over 61 subtypes. The virus can spread through contaminated food, water, air, transportation, and direct contact between infected and uninfected animals at grazing areas. It has a short incubation period of hours to days and the virus can travel long distances through wind. Symptoms include fever, excessive salivation, vesicles in and around the mouth and feet that rupture leaving painful sores. Proper precautions like immediately informing authorities of outbreaks, stopping grazing of animals, and treating infected animals are needed to control the spread.
This document discusses lameness in dairy cattle. It begins by introducing the topic and outlining the structure of lameness, which involves 3 phases: initial activation, local mechanical damage, and progressive local damage of bone. It then discusses prevention methods like locomotion scoring and foot trimming programs. Lameness negatively impacts productivity by reducing milk production and causing late pregnancy. The conclusion emphasizes that lameness can be prevented through proper management strategies as it significantly affects animal health and production.
Foot and Mouth Disease is a highly contagious viral disease that affects cloven-hoofed animals like cattle, pigs, sheep, and goats. It begins with fever and the development of blisters around the mouth and feet. While rarely fatal, it can cause pregnant animals to abort and decrease milk production in dairy cattle. The virus spreads rapidly through direct contact between animals, contact with contaminated materials, and airborne transmission. Clinical signs vary between species but include lameness, sores, blisters, drooling, and reluctance to move. Vaccination, quarantines, surveillance, biosecurity, and disposal of infected livestock are important for control and eradication of the disease.
Creutzfeldt-Jacob Disease (CJD), also known as mad cow disease, is a fatal neurodegenerative disease caused by prions. Prions are abnormal, infectious protein particles that can be transmitted to humans through eating infected beef. Symptoms of CJD start with insomnia, depression and confusion and progress to dementia and involuntary movements. Eventually, all mental and physical functions are lost leading to coma and death. There is no cure and diagnosis can only be confirmed through autopsy. The disease originated in the UK where cattle were fed sheep brain and spinal cord.
Foot and mouth disease is a highly contagious viral disease that affects cloven-hooved animals like cattle, pigs, sheep and goats. It is caused by an aphthovirus from the family Picornaviridae. The virus can be transmitted between animals through direct contact or contact with contaminated materials. Clinical signs include blisters and sores in the mouth and on the feet. Young animals are more susceptible to death from myocarditis. Farmers are advised to promptly isolate and report suspected cases of foot and mouth disease to prevent its spread.
퐂퐨퐧퐡퐞퐜퐞 퐨 퐬퐢퐬퐭퐞퐦퐚 퐝퐞 퐫퐞퐠퐢퐬퐭퐨 퐝퐞 퐢퐦퐩퐨퐫퐭퐚çõ퐞퐬 퐝퐨 퐑퐞퐢퐧퐨 퐔퐧퐢퐝퐨 (퐈퐏퐀퐅퐅퐒)?
>>> A União Europeia reuniu, pela segunda vez, o Grupo de Trabalho de Acesso ao Mercado do Reino Unido, no que refere à aplicação de controlos sanitários e fitossanitários, que entraram em vigor no passado dia 1 de janeiro e serão aprofundados a partir de 1 de outubro.
► Foi assumido, no âmbito desta reunião que, desde junho de 2021, 퐭퐨퐝퐚퐬 퐚퐬 퐞퐭퐚퐩퐚퐬 퐝퐨 퐩퐫퐨퐜퐞퐬퐬퐨 퐝퐞 퐞퐧퐯퐢퐨 퐝퐚퐬 퐦퐞퐫퐜퐚퐝퐨퐫퐢퐚퐬 퐚퐛퐫퐚퐧퐠퐢퐝퐚퐬 - 퐩퐫é-퐧퐨퐭퐢퐟퐢퐜퐚çã퐨, 퐬퐮퐛퐦퐢퐬퐬ã퐨 퐝퐞 퐜퐞퐫퐭퐢퐟퐢퐜퐚퐝퐨퐬 퐞 퐜퐨퐧퐭퐫퐨퐥퐨 퐝퐨퐜퐮퐦퐞퐧퐭퐚퐥 - 퐝퐞퐯퐞퐫ã퐨 퐬퐞퐫 퐞퐟퐞퐭퐮퐚퐝퐚퐬 퐚퐭퐫퐚퐯é퐬 퐝퐨 퐬퐢퐬퐭퐞퐦퐚 퐝퐞 퐫퐞퐠퐢퐬퐭퐨 퐝퐞 퐢퐦퐩퐨퐫퐭퐚çõ퐞퐬 퐝퐨 퐑퐞퐢퐧퐨 퐔퐧퐢퐝퐨 (퐈퐏퐀퐅퐅퐒).
The Pakistani company imports over 21,000 sick Australian sheep despite claims they are disease free. Several other countries refused the shipment due to concerns over disease. The Australian Prime Minister demanded Pakistan investigate the fate of the sheep. The document then provides background on quarantine practices and regulations regarding importing agricultural goods and livestock into Pakistan.
USA Veterinary Health Certificate for Import of American Cows for PakistanPak Dairy Info
This veterinary health certificate certifies that a shipment of cattle from the United States to Pakistan meets the animal health requirements of Pakistan. It details that the US is free from several diseases of cattle including foot and mouth disease and rinderpest. It also certifies that the cattle herd of origin has no cases of BSE in the last 11 years, that the cattle were kept in quarantine for 4 days prior to export, and that within 72 hours of export the cattle were examined and showed no signs of various diseases. The certificate is signed by an accredited veterinarian and a USDA veterinarian.
Dr. Robert Stout - Governmental Response for BVD-PI ControlJohn Blue
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1. International beef trade: Foot-and-mouth disease
certification requirements
Theo Knight-Jones
Animal health challenges to Southern Africa–EU beef export trade
Gaborone, Botswana
8-9 September 2015
2. OIE requirements
Article 8.8.20
Recommendations for importation from FMD free countries or zones where vaccination is not
practised
For fresh meat or meat products of FMD susceptible animals
Veterinary Authorities should require the presentation of an international veterinary certificate
attesting that the entire consignment of meat comes from animals
which:
1. have been kept in a FMD free country or zone where vaccination is not practised or FMD free
compartment, or which have been imported in accordance with Article 8.8.10., Article 8.8.11. or
Article 8.8.12.;
2. have been slaughtered in an approved slaughterhouse/abattoir and have been subjected to
ante and postmortem inspections with favourable results.
3. OIE requirements
Article 8.8.10
Recommendations for importation from FMD free countries or zones where vaccination is not
practised or FMD free compartments
For FMD susceptible animals
Veterinary Authorities should require the presentation of an international veterinary certificate
attesting that the animals:
1. showed no clinical sign of FMD on the day of shipment;
2. were kept since birth or for at least the past three months in a FMD free country or zone where
vaccination is not practised or a FMD free compartment;
3. if transiting an infected zone, were not exposed to any source of FMDV during transportation
to the place of shipment.
4. OIE requirements
Article 8.8.12
Recommendations for importation from FMD infected countries or zones where an official
control programme exists
For domestic ruminants and pigs
Veterinary Authorities should require the presentation of an international veterinary certificate
attesting that:
1. the animals showed no clinical sign of FMD on the day of shipment;
2. prior to isolation, the animals were kept in the establishment of origin:
a. for 30 days, or since birth if younger than 30 days, if a stamping out
policy is applied to control FMD in the exporting country or zone, or
b. for three months, or since birth if younger than three months if a stamping out policy is not
applied to control FMD in the exporting country or zone;
3. FMD has not occurred within the establishment of origin for the relevant period as defined in
points 2) a) and 2) b) above;
4. the animals were isolated in an establishment for the 30 days prior to shipment, and all animals
in isolation were subjected to diagnostic virological and serological tests for evidence of FMDV
with negative results on samples collected at least 28 days after the start of isolation period, and
that FMD did not occur within a 10 kilometre radius of the establishment during that period, or
the establishment is a quarantine station;
5. the animals were not exposed to any source of FMDV during their transportation from the
establishment to the place of shipment.
5. OIE requirements
Article 8.8.22.
Recommendations for importation from FMD infected countries or zones where an official control
programme exists
For fresh meat of cattle and water buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis) (excluding feet, head and viscera)
Veterinary Authorities should require the presentation of an international veterinary certificate attesting that
the entire consignment of meat:
6. OIE requirements
Article 8.8.22.
1. comes from animals which:
a. have remained, for at least three months prior to slaughter, in a zone of the exporting country where
cattle and water buffaloes are regularly vaccinated against FMD and where an official control programme is
in operation;
b. have been vaccinated at least twice with the last vaccination not more than six months, unless protective
immunity has been demonstrated for more than six months, and not less than one month prior to slaughter;
c. were kept for the past 30 days in an establishment, and that FMD has not occurred within a 10 kilometre
radius of the establishment during that period, or the establishment is a quarantine station;
d. have been transported, in a vehicle which was cleansed and disinfected before the cattle and water
buffaloes were loaded, directly from the establishment of origin or quarantine station to the approved
slaughterhouse/abattoir without coming into contact with other animals which do not fulfil the required
conditions for export;
e. have been slaughtered in an approved slaughterhouse/abattoir:
i. which is officially designated for export;
ii. in which no FMD has been detected during the period between the last disinfection carried out before
slaughter and the shipment for export has been dispatched;
f. have been subjected to ante and post mortem inspections within 24 hours before and after slaughter with
no evidence of FMD;
2. comes from deboned carcasses:
a. from which the major lymphatic nodes have been removed;
b. which, prior to deboning, have been submitted to maturation at a temperature greater than + 2°C for a
minimum period of 24 hours following slaughter and in which the pH value was less than 6.0 when tested in
the middle of both the longissimus dorsi muscle.
7. EU requirements
Pre-slaughter holding residency requirements
Export beef must come from cattle that are:
a) traceable from birth,
b) have been in the territory of slaughter for ≥90 days immediately prior to slaughter, unless introduced
from another EU approved territory and
c) have been on the same holding for ≥40 days immediately prior to slaughter.
Records of medication are also required to show that pre-slaughter drug withdrawal periods have been
observed.
Cattle for EU export must be traceable from birth and be able to prove that they were kept on the same
single holding for at least 40 days immediately prior to slaughter and have been in the territory of slaughter
for at least 90 days prior to slaughter.
Tracebility required to prove residence – more challenging in extensive , small-holder systems
- May not be registered on tracebility system until transported
- Must register and define the holding
- Exact location could be an issue if unfenced (no FMD with 10km of holding in last 12 months)
- Requires robust tracebility system
8. EU requirements
Pre-slaughter holding residency requirements - reasons
1. If infected, allows time for clinical disease to develop and be detected before slaughter and
export
• e.g. residency for twice the upper limit of FMD incubation period of 20 days
• Confidence that infection would have been detected if present
• If from different territory there is greater uncertainty over health status therefore 90 days is
used
2. No FMD outbreak within 10km of a holding during the 12 months prior to slaughter
• To guarantee this the holding of residence must be known and defined
3. Meat may be contaminated by drugs or contaminants given or consumed by the animal, particularly if
given recently before slaughter.
• The EU requires an animal to have been under the care of the same person or management for
at least 40 days immediately prior to slaughter.
• Whoever sends an animal for slaughter should be aware of its recent history, particularly
medical treatments.
• This residency also simplifies back tracing cattle, should problems (infection or contamination)
be detected further down the production chain.
9. EU origin & residence requirements
Cattle must be registered as resident at a holding, which must be a definable location.
Cattle and holdings must therefore be uniquely identifiable, and both must be
registered on a reliable traceability system.
How is holding defined in communal grazing areas elsewhere?
Swaziland: To comply with this requirement Swaziland registers which diptank cattle are
registered at. Diptanks have a fixed location and the management responsible for the
animal prior to slaughter can be identified. Compulsory residency at a feedlot or fenced
farm prior to slaughter is not needed.
Namibia: In communal grazing systems in Namibia, cattle are registered to a crush,
which is uniquely identified and linked to a village. The precise location of the crush is
recorded in the central database. Different owners using the same crush are
identifiable. Cattle can go via an assembly centre en route to slaughter. Improved
traceability system.
Namibian law states that cattle should be ear tagged by six months of age and farmers
are encouraged to obtain a 90/40 day residency report for cattle when applying for
movement permits.
10. EU origin & residence requirements
Botswana:
All exported cattle must come through registered feedlot or fenced farm to complete
40/90 day residency pre-slaughter. Confirm individual identification on arrival to
feedlot.
Brazil: Beef for EU export must come from approved holdings. Extensive grazing
systems predominate. There does not appear to be any particular fencing or enclosure
requirements. Approval is largely based upon registration with the national cattle
traceability system (SISBOV) and inspection.
In 2013 there were 1 687 holdings registered to provide EU.
Up to 74 000 cattle on a holding.
11. Comments and clarification of national
procedures by country
Similarities, differences, strengths, weaknesses
Editor's Notes
Certification requirements (with specific reference to Articles 8.8.2 and 8.8.20 of the OIE Terrestrial Animal Health Code)
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