Russia has implemented a ban on the transit of chicken meat and seized livestock originating from the European Union. This regulatory action followed the discovery of an illegal shipment containing goods accompanied by falsified veterinary certificates, which was intended for Uzbekistan. According to the Russian Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Control, known as Rosselkhoznadzor, the ban was enacted to curb the potential spread of epizootic diseases and safeguard the poultry industry within the region.
The service provided details regarding the disputed consignment, which involved chicken meat of German origin being illegally transported through Polish territory. The shipment attempted to cross the border of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) using a truck bearing Polish registration plates and presenting fraudulent veterinary documentation. The incident highlighted significant breaches in international veterinary compliance.
The seizure and subsequent ban underscore Russia’s commitment to maintaining stringent biosecurity measures for animal products. The authorities stated that the primary objective of the measures is preemptive—to prevent the introduction and spread of contagious diseases that could threaten the regional meat supply chain. The enforcement action specifically targeted the irregularities associated with the cross-border transit of animal protein, establishing new protocols for inspection and certification for all incoming meat products.
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