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Animal welfare

The EU Animal Health Act has animal health requirements for movements of animals and products within the Union. Read more here.

Danish Veterinary and Food Authority

​The Danish Veterinary and Food Authority (DVFA) is part of the Ministry of Business and Competitiveness. The authority is responsible for food safety and health from farm to fork.

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Danish Veterinary and Food Authority
Stationsparken 31-33
DK-2600 Glostrup
EAN: 5798000986008
CVR: 62534516
Phone: +45 72 27 69 00

Open from:
Monday 9-12 & 13-15
Tuesday 9-12
Wednesday 9-12 & 13-15
Thursday ​​9-12
Friday ​9-12

 

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