Administrative Rules of Montana
Department 32 - LIVESTOCK
Chapter 32.3 - DISEASE CONTROL
Subchapter 32.3.2 - Importation of Animals and Semen Into Montana
Rule 32.3.220 - SEMEN SHIPPED INTO MONTANA
Current through Register Vol. 6, March 22, 2024
(1) Sires shall not be used for natural service while semen is being collected and certified for artificial insemination.
(2) Bovine semen transported into Montana for the purpose of artificial insemination must originate from bulls that at the time of collection:
(3) Bovine semen destined for use in artificial insemination in Montana must be treated using procedures and chemotherapeutic agents recognized as acceptable by the United States Animal Health Association and the National Association of Animal Breeders.
(4) Porcine semen from all boars used for the production of semen for artificial insemination must meet the following requirements:
(5) Elk semen from all elk, used for the production of semen in artificial insemination, must test negative to:
(6) Ovine semen from all ovine, used for the production of semen in artificial insemination, must test negative to Brucella ovis every six months.
AUTH: 81-2-102, MCA; IMP: 81-2-102, 81-2-403, 81-2-703, 81-2-704, 81-2-706, MCA