Part of Denmark's veterinary preparedness

Daka forms part of Denmark's Veterinary Emergency Preparedness and can be activated in the event of outbreaks of serious livestock diseases.

In the event of outbreaks of serious livestock diseases, dead animals must be handled quickly, safely and in a controlled manner. This is an important part of the Danish Veterinary Emergency Preparedness and is of significance for disease control, animal health, food safety and Danish agriculture's export opportunities.

Daka has been designated as a central player in emergency preparedness and is included in all three framework agreements with the Danish Agency for Agriculture and Fisheries: transport, handling of infected animals and handling of non-infected animals. This means that Daka can support the authorities' efforts when there is a need for rapid and coordinated handling during disease outbreaks.

In January 2026, Daka's ongoing role in emergency preparedness was confirmed through new agreements. For Daka, this is a socially critical task based on capacity, logistics, and experience in the safe handling of animal by-products under stringent conditions.