16 Jan 2025
🐄New Import Regulations for Animals from Panama and Costa Rica
Addition of Panama and Costa Rica to the List of Regions Affected With Screwworm
Summary
We are advising the public that we have added Panama and Costa Rica to the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) list maintained on the APHIS website of regions considered affected with screwworm. We took this action because of the confirmation of screwworm in these regions.
Agencies
- Agriculture Department
- Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The text imposes regulatory requirements for importing animals from newly listed affected regions (Panama and Costa Rica), which directly impacts compliance protocols and operational costs for businesses involved in animal trade. Restrictions and treatment protocols for importation can affect financial planning and logistics.