Animal Health, Animal Welfare, and Consumer Interests (DDF)

This section is responsible for animal welfare and animal health, as well as issues related to predators/grazing animals and border control. It also follows up on the Food Act and regulations related to food labeling, traceability, and quality throughout the food chain, as well as protected designations and business development. In addition, the section oversees the Animal Health Personnel Act, veterinary coverage, veterinary medicines, and work on antimicrobial resistance and the One Health approach.