Guest column
Friday, December 10, 2010
The toll on our planet will only get worse if the international community does not strengthen its efforts to address this problem. The United Nations climate conference underway in Cancun, Mexico offers an opportunity to take an important step forward -- and we must seize this moment together.
The United States is committed to working with Botswana and our other international partners to meet this great global challenge.
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...