75 teams formed to carry out FMD vaccination drive in Karur
Authorities in Karur have launched a month-long vaccination drive to protect cattle from foot-and-mouth disease (FMD). Seventy-five veterinary teams will visit villages throughout July to vaccinate cows and buffaloes over six months old.
Why it matters
FMD is a highly contagious viral disease that significantly impacts livestock health and agricultural productivity, making such drives essential for rural economies.
Seventy-five veterinary teams have been formed in the district to administer vaccine on animals to protect them from foot-and-mouth (FMD) disease, according to Collector C. Muthukumaran.
The article provides factual information regarding a government-led public health initiative for livestock.
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