Free State Foot-and-Mouth Disease Update: No New Cases Reported as 787 Infections Are Resolved
Farmers Magazine | 26.10.2026 16:32
The Free State Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environmental Affairs has reported that no new cases of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) were reported to the department during the past week. The province’s cumulative total remains at 804 confirmed cases, with 787 cases successfully resolved and 17 properties still under quarantine. The latest update provides some positive news for livestock farmers, as the number of newly reported infections has remained unchanged over the reporting period. However, the continued presence of active cases means that farmers must maintain strict biosecurity measures and comply with veterinary disease control requirements. The department’s update highlights the importance of ongoing surveillance, responsible livestock management and cooperation between farmers and veterinary authorities to limit the spread of FMD across the province.
