Calls for calm as FMD breaks out
Friday, October 16, 2020
The dreaded disease was reported last week by the Director of Veterinary Services, Letlhogile Modise who said the suspected outbreak was in the Nxamasere extåension area of the Okavango sub-district.
Masedi told Mmegi that the ministry had mobilized a surveillance team on the ground to issue vaccinations to cattle which showed suspicious signs of FMD. He said farmers should fear nothing as FMD can be contained, particularly as only a small portion was affected in the area.
The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...