§ 3.2-6030. Applicability
Nothing in this article shall apply to the disposal of entire flocks of dead poultry governed by regulations adopted pursuant to § 3.2-6002. 1992, c. 101, § 3.1-748.1; 2008, c. 860.
§ 3.2-6028. Exemptions from provisions of article
The State Veterinarian may authorize disposal of dead poultry by a method other than as provided in § 3.2-6025 or 3.2-6026 if he determines that the alternative method meets standards for disposal of dead poultry. Code 1950, § 3-583.5; 1962, c. 157; 1966, c. 702, § 3.1-746; 1972, c. 90; 1992, c. 101; 2008, c. […]
§ 3.2-6029. Regulations
The Board is authorized to adopt regulations concerning the specifications of disposal pits, incinerators, composting and rendering and all other matters within the purview and scope of this article to carry out the provisions of this article. Code 1950, § 3-583.6; 1962, c. 157; 1966, c. 702, § 3.1-747; 1992, c. 101; 2008, c. 860.
§ 3.2-6024. Definitions
As used in this article unless the context requires a different meaning: “Composting” means the natural process in which beneficial microbes reduce dead poultry into a biologically safe by-product. “Dead poultry” means poultry, exclusive of those intentionally slaughtered, that die as a result of disease, injury, or of natural causes, upon any premises in the […]
§ 3.2-6025. Proper disposal of dead poultry required of any person raising or keeping poultry for profit
It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in the raising or keeping of poultry for profit on any premises, or to enter into a contract to raise or keep poultry for profit for another person, without providing for the disposal of dead poultry using either: (i) a disposal pit; (ii) a landfill; (iii) […]
§ 3.2-6026. Disposal of dead poultry
It shall be unlawful for any person engaged in the raising or keeping of poultry for profit to dispose of dead poultry on his premises in any manner except in a disposal pit, landfill, incinerator, or by composting or rendering. Code 1950, § 3-583.4; 1962, c. 157; 1966, c. 702, § 3.1-745; 1992, c. 101; […]
§ 3.2-6027. Transportation of dead poultry
The State Veterinarian may specify requirements governing the transportation of dead poultry. 1992, c. 101, § 3.1-745.1; 2008, c. 860.