Alabama Administrative Code
Title 80 - ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND INDUSTRIES
AGRICULTURAL CHEMISTRY
Chapter 80-3-1 - CONTROL OF BRUCELLOSIS IN CATTLE AND SWINE
Section 80-3-1-.14 - Obligation Of Owners Of Swine In Testing Program

Universal Citation: AL Admin Code R 80-3-1-.14

Current through Register Vol. 42, No. 11, August 30, 2024

When it is determined by the State Veterinarian that it is necessary to test a herd of swine to determine whether or not brucellosis is present, the owner of swine shall be responsible for the following:

(a) Submit all breeding swine (sows and boars) over six months of age for a blood test for brucellosis as may be required and as often as deemed necessary by the State Veterinarian.

(b) Be responsible for the penning and restraining of all swine for blood testing.

(c) Remove all reactors from the herd as specified in a written herd plan.

(d) Sell all brucellosis reactors for immediate slaughter.

(e) Clean and disinfect as deemed necessary by the State Veterinarian the premises where reactors were kept prior to removal.

Author: Charles H. Barnes

Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, § 2-15-170.

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