Deep depression: Animal Husbandry Minister suggests steps to keep livestock safe
Andhra Pradesh Animal Husbandry Minister K. Atchannaidu has issued safety guidelines for livestock owners to protect animals during heavy rains and deep depression conditions. The advisory includes moving animals to elevated ground, ensuring dry fodder, and maintaining proper hygiene to prevent infections.
Why it matters
Proactive disaster management for livestock is essential for the economic stability of rural farmers and preventing large-scale animal mortality during extreme weather events.
Animal Husbandry Minister K. Atchannaidu has urged those rearing livestock across Andhra Pradesh to take precautionary measures to protect cattle, sheep, goats and other animals in view of the heavy rains under the influence of deep depression in the Bay.
In a statement on Wednesday, Mr. Atchannaidu advised them to follow the weather and district administration advisories, and shift livestock to safe, elevated locations in advance. They were also asked to maintain adequate stocks of dry fodder and avoid feeding wet, mouldy or fungus-affected feed.
The livestock-rearers were also advised to provide animals clean drinking water and avoid stagnant or contaminated water sources. Calves should be kept in dry shelters, while animals should not be left in waterlogged or muddy areas for prolonged periods as this could lead to foot infections.
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