Division MenuLivestock move daily, whether it be for exhibition purposes or importing to a farm in another state. It is important to check with the state of destination for any import or testing requirements. Below are West Virginia’s current movement requirements for both exhibition and import. Please contact our Animal Health office for any questions at 304-558-2214. WV Title 61 …
Deer Farming
Division MenuWest Virginia has a strong growing farmed cervid industry with almost forty farms. West Virginia State Code mandates that farmed cervid facilities be licensed with the West Virginia Department of Agriculture. There are two classes of licensure: breeding farms and hunting preserves. The license period for both runs from July 1-June 30 of each year. West Virginia farmed cervid …
Biosecurity
Division MenuBiosecurity is all the measures taken to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. The greatest risks for disease to reach the farm include: new animals, farm visitors, equipment, vehicles, and supplies. Reducing the risk of your farm being infected by animal diseases is critical. An outbreak could result in lengthy quarantines, lost productivity, and even the loss of your …
Regulatory and Environmental Affairs Division
Division MenuThe Regulatory and Environmental Affairs Division functions as a consumer protection and consumer service organization with the mission of enforcing laws, rules, and regulations to protect the public food supply. By regulating certain industries, the Division, through its trained regulatory officer, laboratory staff, and product registration / compliance personnel help insure that consumers receive quality agricultural products. The operations …
Meat Poultry Inspection Division
Division MenuMeat and Poultry Inspection Division inspects meat processing and distribution facilities to ensure that West Virginia consumers receive only safe, wholesome and unadulterated products. Inspectors check live animals for signs of disease, and recheck the carcass after slaughter for any other signs of disease. Facilities must be constructed to meet sanitary processing and storage standards, and sanitary conditions must …
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