The Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries and Barbuda Affairs has issued the following Press Releases regarding the outbreak of the highly pathogenic Avian Influenza in the United States of America and the recent changes to the Meat Import Application.

Press Release – Outbreak of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

Please be advised that the current outbreak of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in the United States of America and other parts of the world have been under strict surveillance, quarantine and substantial biosecurity measures which thus far have not given the Veterinary and Livestock Division the initiative to put any restrictions on all poultry products from the USA.

If there are any adverse updates that would enforce restrictions, all stakeholders will be notified immediately.

Looking forward to your co-operation.

Thank you,

Dr. Tubal Edwards
Chief Veterinary Officer

Press Release – Meat Import Application

The Veterinary and Livestock Division would like to advise all importers of meat and/or meat products as well as the general public that as of 4th April, 2022, NO import licenses will be signed without application for imports being done at least 4 business days in advance.

The Veterinary and Livestock Division is trying to prevent persons ordering from countries not on our import list as this could cause serious drawbacks.

Looking forward to your co-operation.

Thank you,

Dr. Tubal Edwards
Chief Veterinary Officer