THE FUSE

Minister John Steenhuisen visited several farms in the Western Cape to oversee the ongoing Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccination drive. The initiative aims to contain the recent outbreak that has threatened livestock across the region. Authorities are prioritizing high-risk areas to prevent the spread of the virus and protect both commercial and small-scale farmers. The vaccination campaign is part of a broader strategy to strengthen biosecurity measures, ensuring that livestock movements are monitored and controlled effectively. Farmers are encouraged to cooperate with veterinary teams and report any suspected cases to help curb the outbreak swiftly.