Market Release

Prior to any livestock being released from a public livestock market, the following conditions shall be fulfilled: (3-15-22) 01. Veterinary Inspection. A visual inspection, of each animal, made by an accredited veterinarian authorized to provide veterinary services to the market. (3-15-22) 02. Affected Animals. Immediate isolation of animals affected by any infectious or contagious disease in quarantine pens subject to the market’s bio-security protocol or any animals determined to be affected by any infectious or contagious disease. (3-15-22) 03. Removal of Animals. Animals may not be removed from the livestock market until all animals determined to be affected with a contagious or infectious disease have been examined by an accredited veterinarian authorized to provide veterinary services to the market. (3-15-22) 04. Saleyard Release Form. Complete an accurate and legible “saleyard release” form, certificate of veterinary inspection, or other market release mechanism, approved by the Administrator certifying that the animals meet the health requirements for movement to the point of destination. (3-15-22)