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Evaluation of Existing Slaughter Act and Way Forward to Its Development in Bangladesh

M.R. Haque
Department of Animal Science, Bangladesh Agricultural University Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh

M.A. Hashem*
Department of Animal Science, Bangladesh Agricultural University Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh

M.A. Akbar
Department of Animal Science, Bangladesh Agricultural University Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh

M.M. Hossain
Department of Animal Science, Bangladesh Agricultural University Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh

Abstract/ Executive Summary:

This study was undertaken for the evaluation of existing animal slaughter and meat quality control act 2011 and way forward to its development in Bangladesh. Published data, SWOT analyses, structured questionnaires survey, Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) were carried out for critical analyses and explore the different stakeholder’s views. The study was carried out in seven divisions of Bangladesh namely Dhaka, Chittagong, Rajshahi, Khulna, Sylhet, Barisal and Rangpur. Total 285 representative samples (covering all stakeholders like farmers, butchers, meat processors, ULO/VS/PDO) were interviewed. Four FGDs and 50 KIIs were administered with different stakeholders. Descriptive statistics like percentage, mean, ranks and Binary logistic regression and Z test were used for data analyses. Findings show that the authority is not functioning properly due to lack of action plan and monitoring cell. Lack of certification authority, sanitary and meat inspector visit, restricted day, pre-slaughter and post-slaughter examination is visible. Act should be updated time to time to address the field based need. The study reveals that to implement the slaughter act Department of Livestock Services (DLS) as authority should have action plan and monitoring cell.

Keywords: Slaughter act, Quality, Safe meat, Action plan, Implementation

Location: in seven divisions namely Dhaka, Chittagong, Rajshahi, Khulna, Sylhet, Barisal and Rangpur

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Program Area: Animal Health and Management

Commodity: Livestock and poultry

Objectives:

(i) Critical analysis of the existing slaughter act in Bangladesh. (ii) To explore the implementation status of slaughter act with different stakeholders. (iii) To identify the gaps between existing slaughter act and expectations from the perspective of stakeholders on the implementation. (iv) To recommend the output of the study to the concerned policy makers of the Government of Bangladesh.

Methodology:

Selection of the study area The study was carried out in seven divisions namely Dhaka, Chittagong, Rajshahi, Khulna, Sylhet, Barisal and Rangpur. These seven divisions were chosen as these locations are contributing significantly in livestock and poultry sector of Bangladesh. Selection of sample and sampling technique Total 285 representative samples (covering all stakeholders) were interviewed from selected seven divisions consisting 116 farmers, 64 butchers, 66 Meat processors, 39 Government officials of livestock sector. In addition, four FGDs (Focus Group Discussions) at BAU, DLS, BLRI, field level and 50 Key Informant Interviews (KII) were administered with different stakeholders. SWOT Analysis A SWOT analysis was carried out to critically analyze the existing animal slaughter act. This tool was used for policy-review approach aiming at Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) analysis of the existing slaughter act in Bangladesh (Pearce et al., 2012). Preparation of survey instruments and pre-testing To collect the required data, four types of questionnaires were prepared in accordance with the objectives set for the study. Questionnaires then pre-tested in the field among some stakeholders before final data collection. After pre-testing, the final questionnaires were prepared after making necessary corrections, modifications and adjustment. Data collection and processing The research relies on both primary and secondary data. Secondary information were sought from various publications, DLS reports, previous survey reports, compendium and the strategic plan documents of the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries. Primary data were collected by the trained enumerator including the researcher himself through face to face interview. Data analyses Descriptive statistics like percentage, mean and ranks were used for different variables to describe the present status of different stakeholders. Binary logistic regression was used to identify the variables influencing the slaughter act. Most of these analyses were conducted by using the statistical package named SPSS 20.

Source of Information: SAARC J. Agri., 15(1): 111-122 (2017)

Article Link (Online Journal): DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/sja.v15i1.33159

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Achievement/Findings:

The study reveals that to implement the slaughter act authority should have action plan and monitoring cell in order to implement the slaughter act; establishment of modern scientific slaughterhouse; slaughtering license process should be transparent; cattle smuggling from neighboring countries should be controlled; act should be updated time to time to address the field based need.

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