00:00The Department of Agriculture, D.A., has removed the ban on domestic and wild birds as well
00:04as poultry products from Michigan and the U.S.
00:07The temporary import ban was lifted following a report from the U.S. Veterinary Authorities
00:12to the World Organization for Animal Health indicating the cases of highly pathogenic
00:17avian influenza in Michigan has been resolved.
00:21The D.A. chief stated the latest directive will take effect immediately, but emphasized
00:25all import transactions must comply with the D.A.'s rules and regulations regarding
00:30agricultural food imports.
00:32The U.S. is a vital supplier of imported meats to the Philippines, primarily beef and chicken.
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