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Veterinary Services Clarify: Animal Culling for Livestock Dealer, Not Farm

Published March 11, 2026, 16:19
Veterinary Services Clarify: Animal Culling for Livestock Dealer, Not Farm

The Veterinary Services clarified their handling of foot-and-mouth disease cases, responding to protests from livestock farmers. They explained that the animal culling concerned a livestock dealer's facility, not a livestock farm, and represents the immediate implementation of prescribed measures in accordance with protocols and legislation. They emphasized that any obstruction to the implementation of these measures increases the risk of disease spread and endangers livestock farms. The Veterinary Services urge livestock farmers to strictly adhere to biosecurity measures to prevent further spread of the disease.