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The risk assessment of rabies spreading is starting in Georgia

The Scientific-Research Center of Agriculture, together with the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), is launching a risk assessment for rabies in Georgia. At the request of the National Food Agency, the Center's risk assessment structures will study the risk of rabies spreading in wild and homeless animals, as well as in homeless pets of agricultural importance.

Under the Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (DCFTA) and the One Health Policy Agreement with the European Union, the Scientific-Research Center of Agriculture will develop a joint project with EFSA. During the video conference, the risk assessment structures agreed with EFSA Scientific Cooperation Officer, Stylianos Koulouris and the head of the Animal Health and Welfare Research Team, Ivy van der Steed, on the project objectives, to collect data and assist in this area. The aim of the project is to effectively control rabies in human and animal populations in Georgia and to minimize the risks of rabies introduction that may result from the export-import of domestic and other animals to the EU.