Anyone who is not a veterinary surgeon wishing to inseminate domestic animals in a specific herd or flock must apply for permission from the Norwegian Food Safety Authority in advance.

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Confirmation of passed course from the Norwegian University of Life Sciences and documentation of the size of the herd must be enclosed with the application.

Criteria/conditions:

There are requirements relating to training which have been approved by the Norwegian University of Life Sciences and the size of the herd.

In the case of cattle, a herd with at least 50 first-time inseminations annually is required.

Case processing deadlines:

The Norwegian Food Safety Authority must acknowledge receipt of your application within one month of receiving it and inform you of any missing or incomplete documentation.

Following the submission of a complete application, the Norwegian Food Safety Authority should complete processing your application within three months.

Fees:

The Norwegian Food Safety Authority does not charge a fee for processing applications for recognition.

Right of appeal:

If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the decision, you may appeal in writing, pursuant to Chapter VI of the Public Administration Act.

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The Norwegian Food Safety Authority will answer qouestions related to this form:
E-mail: postmottak@mattilsynet.no
Phone: (+47) 22 40 00 00

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