Tag: Foot-and-Mouth Disease
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Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) Remains Active Across Seven South African Provinces
Overview: FMD in South Africa Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) continues to threaten livestock health and agricultural livelihoods across South Africa. Official reports indicate active outbreaks in seven provinces for 2024, totaling 455 incidents so far this year. The disease, highly contagious among cloven-hoofed animals, can spread rapidly through contact with infected animals, contaminated equipment, or shared…
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Foot-and-M Mouth Disease: Active Outbreaks Persist Across Seven South African Provinces
Overview of the Current FMD Situation Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) remains a pressing concern for livestock farmers in South Africa. According to the latest official reports, active FMD outbreaks are present in seven provinces, totaling 455 outbreaks this year. The affected regions include the North West, Free State, Mpumalanga, Gauteng, the Western Cape, Limpopo, and KwaZulu-Natal.…
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Foot-and-M Mouth Disease Remains Active Across Seven Provinces: What This Means for Farmers and Markets
Overview of the Current FMD Situation Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) continues to impact South Africa’s livestock sectors, with active outbreaks reported in seven provinces this year. Official data show a total of 455 outbreaks across North West, the Free State, Mpumalanga, Gauteng, the Western Cape, Limpopo, and KwaZulu-Natal. The spread of FMD poses risks to animal…
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Steenhuisen Outlines Two-Month Path to National FMD Plan Rollout
South Africa Charts a Clear Path for FMD Plan Rollout In a detailed briefing, opposition leader John Steenhuisen outlined the initial steps for South Africa’s comprehensive foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) containment and prevention program. The plan emphasizes rapid action in the first two months of 2026, with a focus on establishing robust traceability, improving animal health…
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South Africa’s FMD Plan: Key Milestones for January–February 2026
Overview: A New Phase in South Africa’s FMD Strategy South Africa is stepping up its battle against foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) with a clearly defined schedule for early 2026. The plan centers on rapid implementation of the Livestock Identification and Traceability System (LITS) and a suite of accompanying biosecurity measures designed to safeguard livestock, support farmers,…
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KZN Dairy Farmers Fight for Survival Amid Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreaks
Rising Threat to Dairy Livelihoods in KwaZulu-Natal In the heart of KwaZulu-Natal’s dairy belt, farmers are grappling with a growing crisis as foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) cases surge across south-western and central regions of the province. Despite stringent preventative measures, a rising number of dairy herds are testing positive, threatening the viability of many farms that…
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KZN Dairy Farmers Fight for Survival Amid Foot-and-Mouth Outbreak
Rising FMD Threat Fractures Dairy Farms Across KwaZulu-Natal Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) has re-emerged as a serious challenge for dairy farmers across south-western and central KwaZulu-Natal. Despite meticulous biosecurity measures and swift responses, an increasing number of herds are testing positive, prompting farmers to re-evaluate daily routines, market access, and long-term viability. The outbreak underscores a…
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KZN Dairy Farmers Fight For Survival Amid Foot-and-Mmouth Disease Outbreaks
Foot-and-Mmouth Disease Strikes South Africa’s KZN Dairy Industry In the heart of KwaZulu-Natal, dairy farmers in the south-western and central regions are facing an existential threat as foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) cases rise among their herds. Despite rigorous biosecurity measures, the virus has continued to surface, disrupting milk production, livestock movements, and regional livelihoods. The situation…
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AmaZulu King Misuzulu Backs Fight Against FMD in KwaZulu-Natal
King Misuzulu Voices Support for FMD Mitigation in KwaZulu-Natal The battle against foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in KwaZulu-Natal received a high-level boost this week as AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini met with KwaZulu-Natal’s Department of Agriculture and Rural Development leadership. The meeting, which included Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa, the province’s MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, focused on the…
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AmaZulu King Misuzulu KaZwelithini Backs Department’s Fight Against FMD
King Misuzulu Supports Aggressive Action Against FMD In a show of leadership and unity, AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini met with KwaZulu-Natal’s MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa, to discuss the ongoing foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks affecting livestock across most districts in the province. The meeting underscored the monarch’s commitment to safeguarding farmers, rural…