Current through September 2, 2024
Section 02.04.21.260 - TRICHOMONIASISThe Certificate of Veterinary Inspection for bulls imported into Idaho shall contain a statement certifying that trichomoniasis is not known to exist in the herd of origin, and:
01.Virgin Bulls Less Than Eighteen Months of Age. The virgin bull(s) are less than eighteen (18) months of age and have not serviced a cow; or02.Tested Bulls. The bull(s) have been tested by PCR or pooled PCR for trichomoniasis within sixty (60) days of shipment, were negative to the test, and have not been exposed to female cattle since the test sample was collected.03.Exceptions. Exceptions to certification and testing:a. Bulls consigned directly to slaughter at an approved slaughter establishment; orb. Bulls consigned directly to an approved feedlot; orc. Bulls consigned directly to a specifically approved livestock market; ord. Rodeo bulls imported by an Idaho based rodeo producer, with an approved rodeo bull lot as described in IDAPA 02.04.29, "Rules Governing Trichomoniasis," Section 400 or rodeo bulls imported to perform at specific rodeos in Idaho.e. Bulls imported for exhibition at livestock shows, provided the bull will be returned to its state of origin, will not be exposed to female cattle, and will not be offered for sale.f. Bison are exempt from Trichomoniasis testing prior to importation into Idaho.Idaho Admin. Code r. 02.04.21.260