This Decision lays down protective measures against the spreading of classical swine fever. In particular, Belgium, France, Luxembourg and Germany shall ensure that no pigs are dispatched unless the pigs: (a) come from an area outside the areas described in the Annex hereto; and (b) come from a holding where no live pigs proceeding from the areas described in the Annex have been introduced during the 30-day period immediately prior to the dispatch of the pigs in question. Further restrictions shall apply to the transport of pigs and the dispatching of porcine semen. Article 4 refers to the health certificate that must accompany consignments of pigs.
2002-12-27