OCDS Ends 31 December
UK - New arrangements now apply for the booking of slaughter slots under the OCDS. At the time of booking a slaughter slot you must:
- provide the ear tag number of the animal
- quote your CPH number.
If you wish to present animals for slaughter during the period 1st November to 31st December 2007 you must make the booking by 31st October 2007.
- On 1 January 2008 there will be a 10% reduction in compensation paid to 292 euros per head. On the current exchange rate this would be £195.
- OCDS ends on 31 December 2008, after this date no compensation will be paid and producers may incur costs.
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