Suspected FMD reported in Matsiloje
Monday, September 10, 2018
In a brief statement, Dr Kebonyeng Makgetho, a principal veterinary officer (North East) reported 200 cattle incursion from the neighbouring Zimbabwe into Botswana through the cordon fence along the border between pickets 8 and 5 which is regarded as a hotspots for elephants in the North East District.
He said his department decided to take some control measures like not allowing out of Zone 6B and Matsiloje extension area movement of cloven hooved animals and their fresh products.
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...