Animals and animal products

The EU is an important producer and exporter of various animal products and by-products. It has set several rules and control procedures that ensure the respect of animal welfare and the protection of animal health.

Transport and handling

Rules for animal welfare during transport, including monitoring and controls by national authorities.

Monitoring and controls

EU countries are responsible for the enforcement of the EU agri-food chain legislation and all business operators must comply with these requirements.

Live animals

EU legislation establishes guarantees for the health of live animals and regulates their trade and imports.

Animal products

Beef

Pork

Poultry

Lamb, mutton and goatmeat

Fish

Game meat

Milk and dairy products

Eggs

Honey