- “The government, in partnership with County Governments, is committed to eradicating these diseases and achieving disease-free status from the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH),” he said.
The Government has officially launched the Nationwide Livestock Vaccination Campaign in Laikipia County. This three-year initiative will vaccinate livestock against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) biannually and Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) annually, aiming to protect our livestock and enhance productivity.
According to the Cabinet Secretary, Agriculture and Livestock Development Mutahi Kagwe says the FMD and PPR cause significant economic losses, with recent outbreaks in several counties leading to quarantines.
“The government, in partnership with County Governments, is committed to eradicating these diseases and achieving disease-free status from the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH),” he said.
The CS urges farmers to ensure their livestock are vaccinated as scheduled to protect their health, boost productivity, and safeguard livelihoods.
“I was pleased to be joined by Laikipia Governor H.E. Joshua Irungu, PS @jmueke, Director of Veterinary Services Dr. Allan Azegele, KEVEVAPI MD Dr. Alex Sabuni, and other key officials. Let’s work together to strengthen Kenya’s agricultural economy,” CS Kagwe added.
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