Early Reporting Crucial For FMD Containment say DVS
Quick action and responsible reporting are essential for containing spread of FMD says Dr. Azegelle
Recently the DVS Dr. Allan Azegelle made a direct appeal to stakeholders and farmers, stressing the critical importance of transparency and early reporting in the fight against FMD.
Makueni county reports enhances surveillance.
“Farmers must not keep quiet when they see signs of foot-and-mouth disease. Do not hide cases,” he said.
“You must be the first to report them to your nearest county veterinary officer, veterinary doctor, or extension officer. If you report early, it will help the stop the disease from spreading.”
The DVS emphasised that human behaviour plays a crucial role in both the spread and containment of the disease.
“This sickness does not move on its own; it is moved by us when we move animals without care", he said.
That means we also have the power to stop it,” Dr. Azegelle explained.
“By reporting quickly and working together, we can protect our cattle, our villages and our livelihoods.”
Community awareness activities by Veterinary professional enhance FMD control before it gets out of hand.
Farmers Reposnsibility
Farmers that see signs of FMD in their livestock are urged to report immediately to their nearest veterinary facility or contact extension officers.
Quick action and responsible reporting are essential for containing the outbreak and protecting the agricultural economy, food security and rural livelihoods across the East Africa region.
Foot and Mouth disease (FMD) is a viral disease of livestock that affects swine, cattle, sheep, goats and other cloven-hoofed ruminants. The FMD virus is highly contagious, and outbreaks of the disease can have severe economic consequences.
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