Livestock Breeding Legislation

Farm Animal Genetic Resources

Internationally managed resources for livestock genetics.

Convention on Biological Diversity

Agreement to conserve and sustainably use biodiversity.

UK Farm Animal Genetic Resources Inventory

Annual report on breeding females and cryogenic stocks.

Breeds at Risk

Native breeds with low population vulnerable to disease.

Derogation

Exemption from culling for at-risk breeds.

Zootechnical Rules

Standards for trading breeding animals and genetic products.

Artificial Insemination

Process of fertilizing eggs using stored semen.

Genetic Traits

Inherited characteristics passed through breeding.

Disease Transmission

Spread of diseases through genetic materials.

Cryogenic Stocks

Frozen genetic material stored for future use.

Population Size Reporting

Tracking breeding females to prevent breed loss.

Exotic Disease Outbreak

Spread of non-native diseases affecting livestock.

Strategic Planning

Organizing resources for sustainable genetic management.

Native Breeds

Local breeds adapted to specific environments.

Compulsory Culling

Mandatory slaughter of animals to control disease.

Genetic Linkages

Connections between different breeds' genetic material.

EU Directives

Regulations governing livestock before Brexit.

Trade Regulations

Laws governing the sale of livestock and genetics.

Breeding Practices

Methods used to breed livestock for desired traits.

Local Communities

Indigenous groups involved in biodiversity conservation.

Sustainable Utilisation

Using resources in a way that maintains biodiversity.

Public Awareness

Educating the public about livestock genetic resources.

Animal Breeding Regulations 2019

Amends EU Regulation No 2016/1012 for UK.

Zootechnical

Rules governing animal breeding practices and standards.

Zootechnical Certificate

Required for cattle, pigs, sheep, goats, and equines.

APHA

Animal and Plant Health Agency overseeing breed societies.

DAERA

Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs.

EU Trade

Trade with EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland considered EU trade.

Breeding Programme

Mandatory publication by all breeding organizations.

Purebred Registration

Registration influenced by import/export activities.

International Trade Protocols

Specific requirements for exporting/importing animals.

Export Health Certificate

Document required for animal export compliance.

Quarantine Requirements

Specific protocols for animal health during trade.

Certified Health Programmes

Health assurance for breeding stock sales.

Sales Conditions

Conditions to mitigate disease transmission in breeding stock.

Welfare of Farmed Animals Regulations

Legislation ensuring animal welfare in farming.

EU Directive 98/58/EC

Regulates welfare standards for farmed animals.

Artificial Breeding

Breeding methods including artificial insemination.

Semen Collection Standards

Minimum requirements for licensed semen collection centers.

Cattle Licensing

Each bull must be licensed for breeding.

Veterinary Health Tests

Mandatory tests for bulls before semen collection.

Laparoscopic AI

Artificial insemination method for sheep and goats.

SVS Code of Practice

Guidelines for veterinary practices in animal breeding.

Trained Lay Person

Individuals allowed to perform AI on horses.

Bovine Semen Regulations

Minimize health risks in bovine semen handling.

Collection Centres

Regulated facilities for semen collection.

On-farm Collection

Permitted but limited to frozen semen.

Embryo Transfer Licensing

Requires license from Animal and Plant Health Agency.

Veterinary Surgeons Act

Regulates veterinary practices including embryo transfer.

Embryo Collection Team

Must be approved for embryo collection activities.

Recipient Cow Examination

Veterinary check required before embryo transfer.

Anaesthetic Requirement

Epidural anaesthetic needed for embryo transfer.

Embryo Transfer in Sheep

Only veterinary surgeons can perform embryo transfers.

Breed Societies Regulations

May impose additional rules on A.I. and E.T.

Thoroughbred Racing Industry

Prohibits artificial insemination (A.I.) usage.

DNA Testing for Bulls

Required by some breed societies for A.I.

Genetic Modification

Involves adding genes from external sources.

Precision Breeding

Directed DNA changes mimicking natural processes.

GMOs Regulation 2014

EU regulation for genetically modified organisms.

Precision Breeding Bill

Passed on 23 March 2023, alters GMO regulations.

Notification Systems

For research and marketing of precision bred organisms.

Animal Cloning Legality

Legal in EU and UK, regulated as scientific procedure.

Novel Foods Definition

Cloned food products classified as novel foods.

Animal Health and Welfare

Key regulatory area for livestock management.

Artificial Breeding

Involves techniques like A.I. and embryo transfer.

Trade Regulations

Control trade of genetic materials and livestock.

Codes of Practice

Guidelines for ethical animal breeding practices.