Strong biosecurity more important than ever

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New Zealand stays vigilant but trusts the EU’s protocols after Germany’s first FMD outbreak in 40 years, with no immediate import concerns.

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New Zealand is increasingly vigilant after German authorities confirmed the country's first outbreak of foot and mouth disease (FMD) in nearly 40 years on Friday in a herd of water buffalo on the outskirts of Berlin. New Zealand recognises the European Union’s protocols to manage FMD are in line with international standards and equivalent to New Zealand’s, says Biosecurity Minister Hoggard. “German authorities have notified the World Organisation for Animal Health and have implemented appropriate measures to manage the risks, including establishing a restricted zone for animals and animal products as well as the range of usual protection measures following an FMD outbreak, including biosecurity measures, movement controls, the destruction of affected animals and products, disinfection, and surveillance” the minister added. At this stage there are no concerns regarding products imported into New Zealand from Germany. New Zealand and the European Union have agreed procedures in the event of this type of situation. MPI has confidence that appropriate measures are being implemented and is engaging with its EU counterpart officials.

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