April 7, 2022
The permitting process is an essential component that must be tackled to move forward in an HPAI outbreak. If a farm is positive or located in a control zone, permits will be required for any movement on or off the farm. To ensure indemnity, the farm must follow all permitting processes. Successfully navigating the permitting process can help minimize the impact of HPAI on a farm.
There are over 50 different HPAI related documents and forms to review, though not all will be relevant to every operation. Waiting until an outbreak to become familiar with these documents could be overwhelming. Consider the following steps to prepare:
For more information see USDA-APHIS Guidance Documents and UEP HPAI resources on permitting.
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