Chronic Wasting Disease; Transport of Cervids in Surveillance Zone

A. The transport of alternative livestock into, out of, and within an LDAF-designated surveillance zone is prohibited, except as indicated in this Chapter. B. Alternative livestock may be transported into, out of, and within an LDAF-designated surveillance zone only with prior authorization of LDAF in the form of an LDAF-issued permit. C. Permits to transport into, out of, or within an LDAF-designated surveillance zone may be obtained by contacting the Office of Animal Health. D. Failure to obtain a permit prior to transporting alternative livestock to or from a facility located within an LDAF-designated surveillance zone shall constitute a violation of this Chapter. AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 3:3101. HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, Office of Animal Health and Food Safety, LR 49:235 (February 2023).