Source: Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Due to the outbreak of HPAI (H5N1) in dairy cattle in the United States (U.S.), the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) will require an additional certification for Canadian cattle returning from the U.S. after a stay of less than 60 days.
This will apply as August 14, 2024, and until further notice.
The additional certification must include:
- form VS 17-140
And
- an export certification statements document published on the USDA APHIS website: Export certification statements for Canadian origin cattle (all breeds and end uses) in united states for less than 60 days returning to Canada (PDF)
To view the import conditions, please visit our Automated Import Reference System (AIRS).
Practicing good biosecurity is key to helping prevent diseases. Guidance and precautions for producers participating in U.S. agricultural exhibitions will be issued in the coming days.
More information on HPAI in cattle is available at Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in livestock.
