(NDAgConnection.com) – This week, live-breeding sheep and goats became eligible for import into the United States from Canada, reports USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Importers must provide supporting documentation showing the scrapie-free status of the Canadian herd of origin at the time an import permit application is submitted to USDA APHIS. Importers must also contact the U.S. port of entry at least 10 business days before the intended date of arrival. Post-entry requirements about traceback of imported animals and recordkeeping will apply.

Please contact USDA APHIS (Live Animal Imports and Exports) by phone at 301-801-3300, Option 2, or email LAIE@usda.gov with any questions.