KwaZulu Natal Agriculture Department Unveils Mass Vaccination Plan to Combat Foot and Mouth Disease
Farmers Magazine | 13.02.2026 19:04
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has launched an ambitious operational plan for mass vaccination during a Provincial Stakeholder Engagement meeting held at Mfekayi Community Hall in Mtubatuba. The announcement was made by MEC Mrs Thembeni kaMadlopha Mthethwa after consultations with key industry bodies including AFASA, Milk Producers Organisation, Red Meat Organization and KwaNalu. The plan targets rapid containment of Foot and Mouth Disease through structured vaccination and strict biosecurity controls. Officials outlined clear timelines, defined targets and measurable outcomes to protect the province’s livestock sector. The strategy aims to restore stability, protect market access and safeguard rural livelihoods.
