The Egyptian government has launched a nationwide campaign to vaccinate cattle against foot-and-mouth disease and Rift Valley fever. As part of this effort, the Menoufia governorate has vaccinated nearly 354,000 heads of cattle since the campaign began on August 29. The campaign aims to protect the country's livestock and ensure food security. Menoufia Governor Amr Al-Gharib is overseeing the efforts of the Menoufia Veterinary Medicine Directorate to implement the vaccination campaign.
The vaccination campaign is being carried out by teams of veterinarians who are visiting farms and animal shelters to reach breeders and vaccinate their animals. The teams are also providing guidance on the importance of vaccination and disease prevention. According to Maged Abdel Zaher, director of the Menoufia Veterinary Medicine Directorate, the campaign is crucial in preventing the spread of foot-and-mouth disease and Rift Valley fever.
In addition to vaccination, the Menoufia Veterinary Medicine Directorate is providing other services to breeders, including animal registration and tagging. The directorate is also conducting awareness-raising campaigns to educate breeders on the importance of disease prevention and control. These efforts aim to reduce the risk of disease transmission and promote animal health.
The Menoufia Veterinary Medicine Directorate is also planning to launch a veterinary caravan in the village of Horain, in the Berka Al-Sabaa district. The caravan will provide free veterinary services, including health checks and treatment for animals, as well as ultrasound and microscope examinations. The aim is to provide breeders with access to essential veterinary services and promote animal health.
Meanwhile, the Menoufia Veterinary Medicine Directorate has conducted a surprise inspection in the Ashmun district, which resulted in the seizure of uninspected and spoiled meat. The meat was being sold in the market, posing a risk to public health. The directorate took immediate action, confiscating the meat and referring the case to the authorities.
Menoufia Governor Amr Al-Gharib has pledged to continue intensifying inspection campaigns on markets, shops, and food establishments across the governorate. The aim is to prevent manipulation and fraud, and ensure that food products are safe for consumption. The governorate is working closely with relevant agencies to ensure the success of these efforts.
The vaccination campaign is part of a broader effort to protect Egypt's livestock and ensure food security. The government is working to promote animal health and prevent the spread of diseases, which can have significant economic and social impacts. By vaccinating animals and promoting disease prevention, the government aims to reduce the risk of disease transmission and promote sustainable agriculture practices.
Key points
- The Egyptian government has vaccinated nearly 354,000 heads of cattle against foot-and-mouth disease and Rift Valley fever in the Menoufia governorate.
- The vaccination campaign aims to protect the country's livestock and ensure food security.
- The Menoufia Veterinary Medicine Directorate is providing various services to breeders, including animal registration, tagging, and awareness-raising campaigns.
