What are the U.S. imports of affected animals or animal products from Spain?
The US imported no cattle, sheep, goats, or bovine embryos from Spain in 2003 or 2004. Imports of cattle, sheep, and goats into the US are restricted from all European countries because of BSE. The US did import bovine semen from Spain in 2003 and January through August 2004. These imports totaled 7,150 doses and 5,750 doses, respectively, with a value of about $66,000 and $26,000. In order to export bovine semen into the US, Spain is required either to certify to BT freedom or to test animals from which semen is collected. Meat products and travelers are not considered a risk factor for BTV transmission. Source: World Trade Atlas What is Spains place in the international market for affected animals and animal products? In 2003, Spain contributed less than 1% to world cattle production; however, Spain accounted for 2% and 4% of world sheep and goat production, respectively (Table 1). In 2003, Spain accounted for 1%, 2.5%, and less than 1% of world exports of cattle, sheep, and goats, r
