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What cattle keepers must do with the barcode labels sent by the British Cattle Movement Service (BCMS) and how to get more if you run out.
Guidance for vets, importers and border control officials when importing animal products that are being returned to Great Britain.
What you must record in your holding register (also known as a herd register or farm records), when you must do this and what you can use for your records.
How vets in England and Wales can submit carcases to APHA for a post-mortem examination.
When and how to complete your annual sheep and goat inventory and how to submit it.
Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) contact details for private vets, Official Veterinarians, and others in an official capacity.
Use these forms to request an ammonia screening assessment as part of an intensive farming permit application.
Information about Sevington BCP and the checks that take place there.
Send samples (classified as UN3373 biological substance category B) to APHA according to the ADR regulations and P650 packing instructions.
The rules to follow when moving animals within a restricted zone, including to markets, shows and slaughterhouses.
When and how to replace lost or damaged tags and what to record in your holding register.
Where Great Britain will accept verifiable PDF GB health certificates from, to import live animals and animal products through TRACES or other systems.
What pet owners need to do if their animal has suspected or confirmed bovine TB.
Organisers of bird gatherings must have a written contingency plan outlining what to do if there is suspicion or confirmation of notifiable avian disease at or near the gathering.
Technical information about the import requirements for animal by-products (ABPs) or products not for human consumption, for use by vets, importers and border officials.
How to meet expected welfare, health and safety standards in the horse industry if keeping horses for commercial purposes in the UK.
Pig owners and keepers must follow the conditions of this licence when they move pigs.
Biosecurity and hygiene standards to keep animals safe from bluetongue virus.
Apply for a specific licence for any movement or activity in a bird flu (avian influenza) disease zone not covered by a general licence.
Vets can contact APHA to get expert advice about unusual animal disease or mortality in England and Wales.
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