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The Bulgarian Parliament has banned the breeding and killing of animals solely for fur production, amending the Veterinary Activities Law. Individuals violating this ban face fines up to €1,500 for the first offense and €6,000 for subsequent violations, while authorized persons and companies can be fined up to €10,000. The restrictions apply to farms raising animals like minks and foxes exclusively for their fur. However, it does not affect skins obtained as by-products from animals raised for food or from legal hunting activities. Deputy Anton Kutev stated this measure concludes a long process and aims to prevent fur producers from relocating to Bulgaria from other European countries.