The deputies validated additional article no. 119 of the PLF 2026, establishing an Animal Health Fund. This mechanism aims to strengthen the prevention of animal diseases and compensate farmers in the event of losses. The measure was adopted in a joint session in Bardo.
A fund dedicated to the veterinary system and health risks
The Assembly of People’s Representatives approved the creation of a new treasury fund intended to support animal health and limit epidemiological risks. The text, adopted by 62 votes to 25 and 8 abstentions, comes within the framework of the examination of the 2026 finance bill.
This fund will notably aim to compensate farmers affected by animal diseases, a system expected by professionals in the sector. The operating methods and areas of intervention will be defined subsequently by regulation.
Multiple sources of funding planned
The financing of the fund will be based on several contributions. Part of it will come from budgets already allocated to the purchase of vaccines, veterinary analyzes and national vaccination campaigns.
Establishments treating and processing animal products, as well as animal feed manufacturers, will also have to contribute in return for official inspections.
The mechanism will also be funded by 1% of the 12% of profits made by the Central Pharmacy in the sector of vaccines and veterinary products, as well as by 1% of the turnover of companies importing equipment and laboratory materials intended for animal production.
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