Or. Admin. R. 603-024-0605

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 9, September 1, 2024

Section 603-024-0605 - Health of Cows, Goats, and Sheep and Abnormal Milk

(1) In addition to the requirements of OAR 603-024-0211, all herds of cows goats and sheep producing milk for human consumption as defined in 603-024-0019 and for which a standard of identity has been established in 603-024-0017(2) shall be in compliance with the laws of the State of Oregon and regulations promulgated thereunder relating to tuberculosis and brucellosis.

(2) Raw Milk For Human Consumption: Goat and Sheep dairies selling raw milk for human consumption shall comply with the following:

(a) Brucellosis: All animals in the herd that are more than 6 months of age shall be tested for brucellosis at a lab approved by the Department at intervals of no more than 12 months.

(b) Tuberculosis: All animals in the herd that are more than 6 months of age shall be tested for tuberculosis at a lab approved by the Department at intervals of no more than 12 months.

(3) For other diseases such tests and examinations as the Department may require after consultation with the State Veterinarian shall be made at intervals and according to methods prescribed and any diseased animals shall be disposed of as may be required.

Or. Admin. R. 603-024-0605

AD 883(13-68), f. & ef. 7-1-68; AD 1044(34-74), f. 9-5-74, ef. 10-1-74; Renumbered from 603-024-0656.01; AD 3-1993, f. & cert. ef. 1-28-93; DOA 6-2002, f. & cert. ef. 1-28-02; DOA 6-2013, f. & cert. ef. 4-26-13

Stat. Auth.: ORS 561.190, 616.230 & 621.060

Stats. Implemented: ORS 621.060 & 621.261