Biologist pilots fish farming project
Monday, February 09, 2015
Fish farmer ULF Nermark (right) casts out a net after catching fish from a tank. PIC: KAGISO ONKATSWITSE
Speaking to Business Monitor, Nermark said that he has been doing fish farming since 1980 in his home country, Sweden.
“This industry can be one of the fastest growing sectors in Botswana,” says the farmer.
As cases continue to threaten herds and rural livelihoods, one simple but critical action can make a powerful difference: strictly adhering to FMD regulations, including refraining from slaughtering cloven-hoofed animals.Cloven-hoofed animals, such as cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs, are highly susceptible to FMD. Slaughter, especially during outbreaks or restricted periods, significantly increases the risk of spreading the virus through...