FM: Hungary has regained its bird flu free classification

According to the regulations of the International Office of Epizootics (OIE), Hungary has regained its bird flu free classification on 24 August 2017, the Ministry of Agriculture (FM) told MTI.

According to the information, after the recognition of a favorable status for the whole country, the third country markets may be reopened before the deliveries of live poultry and poultry products from Hungary. Bognár Lajos, National Chief Veterinary Officer, informs the competent authorities in all partner countries of the favorable classification in order to unlock the previously introduced import restrictions. (MTI)