Bovine, Ovine and Caprine Export Verification Programs

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{{Expansion depth limit exceeded|ProgramName=Bovine, Ovine and Caprine Export Verification Programs |ProgramType=Program |OrgSponsor=Agricultural Marketing Service |TopOrganization=Department of Agriculture |Purpose=To facilitate the export of beef, lamb, and goat products by verifying that these products meet the specific requirements of importing countries, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.Expansion depth limit exceeded |Website=https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/imports-exports/export-verification-programs |Duration=Indefinite |Historic=No }} The United States Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) initiated the Beef Export Verification (BEV) Program in August 2003 as a voluntary, user-fee funded service. Under BEV, U.S. exporters desiring to sell beef to Japan (or any other country that may request similar documentation) can apply for BEV certification from AMS after satisfying a list of requirements enabling the agency to verify the origin of the beef.

The program was in response to Japanese officials’ demands that the United States verify that none its beef exports were of Canadian origin, in the wake of the May 2003 discovery in Canada of a cow with bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE). After the December 2003 discovery of a BSE cow in the United States, Japan was among the first of the many countries to suspend some or all imports of U.S. cattle, beef and related products, so the future of BEV was clouded.

They are established to support the international trade of U.S. beef, lamb, and goat products by ensuring these exports comply with the diverse regulatory requirements of foreign markets. Managed by the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), these programs provide a framework for verifying product origin, production methods, and other attributes as needed by importing nations.Expansion depth limit exceeded

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Goals

  • Ensure U.S. meat products meet foreign market requirements.Expansion depth limit exceeded
  • Facilitate the export process by providing certification and verification services.
  • Promote U.S. meat products' competitiveness in international markets.

Organization

The programs are administered by the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). AMS works in conjunction with the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) to manage these programs, ensuring that both marketing and safety standards are met. The verification process includes audits, inspections, and the issuance of certificates based on compliance with specific export protocols.

The leadership for these programs would be under the Administrator of the Agricultural Marketing Service or a designated program manager.

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History

These programs have evolved as part of USDA's broader initiative to streamline and secure the export of agricultural products. While exact start dates are not specified, they have been integral in adapting to the changing landscape of international trade, particularly with the need for country-specific certifications. Over time, they've expanded to cover more countries and product attributes, responding to new trade agreements and regulatory changes.

Funding

Specific initial funding amounts are not detailed, but the programs are supported by USDA's budget for agricultural marketing and trade support. Costs are also covered through fees charged for verification services, which helps fund the operational aspects like audits and certifications.

Implementation

Implementation involves:

  • Establishing and maintaining export protocols for various markets.
  • Conducting audits and inspections to verify compliance with these protocols.
  • Issuing certificates that confirm products meet importing country standards.

The programs are designed to operate indefinitely, adapting to new trade opportunities and regulatory environments.

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