Serbia Implements Disinfection Measures at Horgoš Border to Prevent Animal Disease
New biosecurity protocols introduced in response to increased risk of foot-and-mouth disease from neighboring countries.
The Serbian Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management has announced the establishment of disinfection barriers and special disinfection points at the Horgoš border crossing.
These measures are aimed at preventing the entry of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) into Serbia, as stated in an official release.
In light of the deteriorating epidemiological situation in Hungary and Slovakia and the heightened risk of FMD transmission from these countries, the ministry has implemented enhanced biosecurity measures.
All vehicles entering Serbia from Hungary are being redirected to disinfection barriers to undergo necessary sanitation protocols.
At these disinfection points, vehicles will be subjected to manual or mechanical spraying using handheld or motorized pumps, which facilitates thorough disinfection of the entire vehicle.
The Ministry has urged all animal owners, veterinarians, and other stakeholders in the livestock sector to exercise maximum responsibility and adhere to rigorous biosecurity measures.
It has also been emphasized that the import of cattle, pigs, sheep, and goats, as well as products of animal origin, including food intended for consumption by travelers that contains animal products, is strictly prohibited from countries where FMD cases have been confirmed or where restrictive measures are in place.
The Ministry continues to monitor the situation closely and is committed to taking all necessary steps to prevent the introduction of foot-and-mouth disease into Serbia.
For additional information regarding foot-and-mouth disease, prevention measures, and actions to take in case of suspicion of infection, citizens can contact the relevant veterinary stations or the Veterinary Administration at the following phone numbers: 011/31-17-100, 011/28-56-106, and 064/86-80-016.
These measures are aimed at preventing the entry of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) into Serbia, as stated in an official release.
In light of the deteriorating epidemiological situation in Hungary and Slovakia and the heightened risk of FMD transmission from these countries, the ministry has implemented enhanced biosecurity measures.
All vehicles entering Serbia from Hungary are being redirected to disinfection barriers to undergo necessary sanitation protocols.
At these disinfection points, vehicles will be subjected to manual or mechanical spraying using handheld or motorized pumps, which facilitates thorough disinfection of the entire vehicle.
The Ministry has urged all animal owners, veterinarians, and other stakeholders in the livestock sector to exercise maximum responsibility and adhere to rigorous biosecurity measures.
It has also been emphasized that the import of cattle, pigs, sheep, and goats, as well as products of animal origin, including food intended for consumption by travelers that contains animal products, is strictly prohibited from countries where FMD cases have been confirmed or where restrictive measures are in place.
The Ministry continues to monitor the situation closely and is committed to taking all necessary steps to prevent the introduction of foot-and-mouth disease into Serbia.
For additional information regarding foot-and-mouth disease, prevention measures, and actions to take in case of suspicion of infection, citizens can contact the relevant veterinary stations or the Veterinary Administration at the following phone numbers: 011/31-17-100, 011/28-56-106, and 064/86-80-016.
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