Vikas Kumar
Sri Vijaya Puram, 26 May 2025
The Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services is about to launch the thirty first spherical of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccination for bovines from June 2, 2025, underneath the National Animal Disease Control Program (NADCP).
FMD is a extremely contagious viral illness affecting cloven-hoofed animals reminiscent of cattle, buffalo, sheep, goats, and pigs. The illness considerably impacts milk manufacturing and causes substantial financial losses, particularly for livestock-rearing farmers. To curb its unfold and transfer in the direction of eradication, routine mass vaccination of cattle and buffalo is carried out underneath the centrally sponsored flagship scheme.
In preparation for the upcoming spherical of vaccination, the division organized a mass consciousness marketing campaign and interactive session on May 24, 2025, on the Animal Husbandry Training Institute (AHTI), Livestock Farm Complex, Dollygunj. The session aimed to coach farmers in regards to the significance of FMD vaccination and encourage full participation.
Speaking on the occasion, the Director of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services (AH&VS) emphasised the essential want for 100% vaccination protection of cattle and buffalo to successfully fight the illness. He additionally inspired farmers to make sure their animals are dewormed and tagged, that are important steps in illness management.
The Director addressed widespread myths and misconceptions associated to the FMD vaccine and reassured farmers of its security and efficacy. He additionally took time to answer their queries and considerations.
Senior Veterinary Officers (SVOs) from Garacharma, Extension & Publicity, LFC Dollygunj, Cattle Holding Farm, and the RP Unit additionally spoke on the event. They highlighted the significance of scientific administration of dairy cattle and buffalo, together with correct vitamin and fodder conservation methods reminiscent of silage making. Prepared silage was distributed amongst farmers as a part of the notice initiative.
The session concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by the SVO, AHTI, Dollygunj. Farmers in attendance expressed appreciation for the informative program and requested related classes on different related subjects sooner or later. (Story Based on PR)
