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05/19/2005
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For the first time in decades, China acknowledged an outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), and officially informed the OIE, the global animal health organization. China's notifying the OIE of this disease is a notable development since unofficial reports indicate FMD existed for years. According to the report, 223 dairy cows were affected or exposed (all subsequently slaughtered) in Shandong and Jiangsu provinces. Additionally, AQSIQ immediately suspended exports of even-toed ungulates (pigs, cattle, etc.). FAS Beijing will submit a separate GAIN report assessing the market impact, if any, of China's FMD announcement. |
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