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:
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  • provide the ear tag number of the animal
  • quote your CPH number.
Bookings cannot be made without this information and must be made through the abattoir/market only.

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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