The Ministry of Economy has developed Requirements for the welfare of farm animals, the press service of the ministry said.
The draft order on the approval of these Requirements has been published on the official website of the Ministry of Economy for public discussion.
“The document establishes the minimum requirements for the welfare of farm animals during their maintenance, including feeding and caring for them,” the message says.
So, the requirements will apply to all types of farm animals. The same draft order provides for the establishment of additional special requirements for: broilers; laying hens; pigs; calves.
According to Deputy Minister Serhii Glushchenko, the approval of the requirements will contribute to the spread in Ukraine of the practice of humane treatment of farm animals, improve their conditions, preserve their health, and reduce the risk of injury and suffering.
In particular, it is supposed to establish:
guaranteed minimum land areas for various types of farm animals;
minimum frequency of inspection of farm animals;
availability of mandatory free access for animals to drinking water and feed, as well as veterinary services;
requirements for the levels of lighting, noise, gas pollution, safety of materials in premises in which farm animals are kept, and the like.
“The draft order is another step on the way of our European integration. The requirements of five acts of EU law will be implemented in Ukrainian legislation,” the official said.
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